Security Architect

Job#: 3019827

Job Description:

Title / Position: Security Architect

Location: Charlotte, NC

• Hybrid allowance: 4x/week onsite, 1/week remote

Contract Duration: 12+ months

Requirements:

10+ years in IT security, with experience in security engineering or analysis

Will create high-level security frameworks and plans for the environment infrastructure

Strong knowledge of network protocols, firewalls

Windows/Linux experience

Cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure)

Certifications like CISSP, CISM, CCSP

Nice-to-Haves

Tanium or CyberArc

Project Details: This team is working with the greater organization as a whole to create an extremely secure "data center within a data center" to be utilized in the event that their current set up is attacked and deemed unusable. Right now, all information is housed in two data centers for redundancy in the event of failure. This group is working with information deemed "critical" to create a third location for this critical information. The idea is that the networks are configured and fully operational, but are not "turned on" until deemed necessary. This team has cyberresiliency specialists and other SMEs in house (i.e. SMEs in reporting, monitoring, backup platforms, systems engineering, network engineering, etc.) as the goal is that they are a fully functional unit to complete this project from end to end with minimal external support. Goal is hyper-security and being able to operate critical infrastructure in an attack.

Job Description: This role serves as a security architect working closely with a lead audit specialist to drive security and compliance initiatives across the organization. This person will create high-level security frameworks and plans for the environment infrastructure. The resource must be well-versed in technical concepts and capable of collaborating with technical teams to ensure proper security principles and controls are implemented. Responsibilities include engaging with application owners, assessing configurations and access, reviewing screenshots, logs, and documentation to identify compliance issues, and recommending remediation strategies. A strong background in threat remediation, risk and security posture assessments, and vulnerability analysis is essential, as the role also touches on functions such as SOC monitoring, threat hunting, malware analysis, incident response, penetration testing support, and vulnerability management in partnership with engineering and SME teams.

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 uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

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.