Security Architect - Infrastructure Hardening & Ransomware

Title: Security Architect - Infrastructure Hardening & Ransomware
Location: Remote (must be located in the US)
Duration: 12+ month contract

Qualified and interested candidates should email their resumes to Slater Davidson at

Skillset / Experience:
INSPYR Solutions seeks an individual with expertise in Security Hardening + Ransomware recovery. Focusing on Backup & Storage Security, the contractor will be responsible for leading a focused security hardening initiative across all backup and storage platforms within the client environment. This role will evaluate current configurations, identify gaps, and ensure that all critical security features such as immutability, multi-factor authentication, and privileged access controls are properly enabled and enforced. Additionally, the contractor will be tasked with developing "Phase 0 of a ransomware recovery strategy, including key requirements, architectural recommendations, and prioritized remediation actions.

Responsibilities for this role include:

• Assess and baseline the current state of all backup and storage platforms across on-prem and cloud environments, including technologies such as [Veeam, Rubrik, Cohesity, NetApp, Dell EMC, etc.].
• Verify and document the use (or lack) of security features, including, but not limited to:
  • Immutability / write-once-read-many (WORM) protections
  • MFA / 2-person approval workflows for destructive operations (e.g., deletions, configuration changes)
  • Airgap or logically isolated backups
  • Encryption at rest and in transit
  • Audit logging and alerting backup-related activities
• Identify any misconfigurations, exposed interfaces, or missing controls that could be exploited in a ransomware event.
• Propose immediate hardening actions for each identified gap, including technical controls, process changes, and policy updates.
• Define the foundation of a ransomware recovery strategy (Phase 0), including:
  • Recovery objectives and architectural recommendations
  • Required roles and responsibilities
  • Backup validation and testing standards
  • Integration points with cybersecurity incident response
• Deliver a comprehensive assessment report, including prioritized remediation recommendations, future-state architecture, and timeline for Phase 1 implementation planning.
• Deliver a ransomware recovery playbook for defined critical assets to the business based on defined RPO/RTO.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to validate the feasibility of recommendations and support remediation scoping.

• Hands-on experience with enterprise backup, storage, and disaster recovery platforms.
• Strong understanding of ransomware tactics, techniques, and countermeasures in backup and storage contexts.
• Familiarity with regulatory and industry frameworks such as NIST CSF, CIS Controls, and ISO 27001.
• Experience developing or supporting ransomware recovery or cyber resilience programs.
• Ability to deliver clear documentation and communicate technical findings to both technical and executive stakeholders.

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay, 401(k)
• Retirement plan
• and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus, and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, projects, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.