IT Security Architect

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Security Architect in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Summary:
This role provides hands-on technical leadership in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure enterprise systems. The Security Architect will collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to embed security standards into enterprise architecture and project lifecycles, ensuring Security-by-Design principles are met.

Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain strategic security architecture vision, standards, and frameworks aligned with business objectives
* Design security strategies for critical infrastructure, including endpoints, mobile devices, containers, authentication, and threat detection
* Provide subject matter expertise across infrastructure (on-prem and cloud), applications, and databases
* Define security requirements and strategies by evaluating business needs, conducting risk assessments, and analyzing vulnerabilities
* Collaborate with development teams to enhance Secure Software Development Lifecycle (S-SDLC)
* Lead Proof of Concept initiatives for emerging security technologies
* Maintain deep technical knowledge of Microsoft technologies (Active Directory, Office 365, Azure, Windows Servers)
* Manage and secure cloud environments (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform) for optimal performance and compliance
* Improve PKI systems and automation in partnership with Engineering
* Review architecture for gaps and recommend security enhancements aligned with CIS or similar frameworks
* Stay current on emerging security technologies and integrate them into architecture design
* Represent security in change control activities and ensure adherence to best practices
* Prepare formal security assessments and ad-hoc reports; develop metrics to measure security posture
* Participate in incident response and other security-related duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred
* At least one industry certification (CISSP, CISM, CISA, GSEC, or equivalent)
* Strong experience with container orchestration (Kubernetes) and microservices architecture
* Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint security, and vulnerability management
* Working knowledge of Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA)
* Familiarity with compliance standards (PCI, GDPR, NIST, ISO27000)
* Deep understanding of network security, application security (OWASP Top Ten), and incident response
* Excellent communication and leadership skills; Ability to influence stakeholders and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience migrating workloads to cloud and managing hybrid environments
* Knowledge of encryption, authentication, logging, and advanced threat mitigation techniques
* Ability to deliver security metrics and reporting to demonstrate operational posture

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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