IT Security Architect | USC

** **Long term*** Remote***Web Cam Interview Only****

Job Description:

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking an experienced Information Security Architect to join our IT Security team. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of creating governance documentation for Security Tools and Services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and prioritize critical business functions in collaboration with organizational stakeholders.
• Perform security reviews, identify gaps in security architecture, and develop a security risk management plan.
• Evaluate security architectures and designs to determine the adequacy of security design and architecture proposed or provided in response to requirements documents.
• Determine the protection needs (i.e., security controls) for the information system(s) and network(s) and document appropriately
• Communicate and collaborate with Information Security Engineers and System administrators to collect environment variables and configurations

Key Skills

• Knowledge of the enterprise information technology (IT) architectural concepts and patterns (e.g., baseline, validated design, and target architectures.)
• Skill in determining how a security system should work (including its resilience and dependability capabilities) and how changes in conditions, operations, or the environment will affect these outcomes.
• Communicate and collaborate with Information Security Engineers and System administrators to collect environment variables and configurations.
• Ability to map system configuration details to Security Policy Controls.

Required Skills:

• 5+ years Proven expertise in specific security technologies (e.g., SIEM, DLP, IAM, cloud security)
• 5+ years Experience in information security, with a focus on security technologies.
• 3+ years Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey complex security concepts in a clear and relatable manner.
• 3+ years Proficient in documentation tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, Confluence).
• 3+ years Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• 3+ years Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 3+ years Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP) preferred.
• Skill in determining how a security system should work (including its resilience and dependability capabilities) and how changes in conditions, oper
• Ability to map system configuration details to Security Policy Controls.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in project management and leading cross-functional initiatives