Sr. Cloud Security and Delivery SME

Job#: 3008746

Job Description:

Apex Systems is seeking a Sr. Cloud Security and Delivery SME who can work onsite in Washington, D.C. for 1 day per week.

Summary:

The SME will design and oversee the implementation of security solutions to protect cloud-hosted operating environments using Zero Trust and defense-in-depth strategies. The SME will conduct Cloud Application Assessments of the Information Security Division Technology Stack and provide technical guidance to secure the cloud architecture for the supported CSPs within the network. The SME will provide the ITD with specialized expertise in emerging cloud technologies (e.g., artificial intelligence (AI), internet of things (IoT), robotic process automation, blockchain, quantum computing).

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic guidance, oversight and leadership for the organization's security and Zero Trust architecture
• Develop Cloud security solutions and architecture that are aligned to Zero Trust principles
• Lead and oversee security and Zero Trust, architecture and design
• Provide technical leadership and oversight to implement security and Zero Trust architecture activities and initiatives
• Develop Cloud Security Architecture roadmaps and strategy
• Support Cloud deployments (private, hybrid, on-premise virtualization)
• Design Cloud security event visibility and telemetry
• Provide design and oversight into identity Credential, and access management (ICAM) technologies
• Determine Network security requirements and security controls
• Apply Network segmentation and defense in depth to security architecture
• Incorporate OT/IoT security requirements and controls to security architecture
• Develop scope, cost estimates, and implementation schedules of cloud deployments of security tools
• Evaluate new security products and solutions

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Engineering discipline
• 10+ years of experience providing technical leadership around architecture, cybersecurity, and deployment strategies for solutions in Hyperscaler Cloud Provider platforms.
• 5+ years of experience performing functions and responsibilities as technical service delivery manager for complex systems that either have a high FIPS 199 categorization or High Value Asset (HVA).
• Must hold in good standings professional certifications on hyperscaler cloud provider platforms (like AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform etc.) and/or advanced cloud specialty certification.
• Expert in designing Zero Trust solutions and architecture
• Expert knowledge of Micro-segmentation, VPC/VNet and SD-LANs
• Expert knowledge of Cloud deployment automation and templates
• Expert understanding of Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) technologies
• Expert knowledge of Firewalls and web application security
• Expert knowledge of IDS/IPS
• Expert knowledge of SIEM and Centralized logging/auditing
• Expert knowledge of Endpoint detection and response (EDR)
• Expert knowledge of Web Application Security

Other requirements:

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.