Location: Arlington, VA

Experience Required: 4-8 years

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Security Architect to join our team in Arlington, VA. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all security artifacts and audits, playing a crucial role in the Change Management process, and ensuring robust security practices across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Security Artifacts and Audits: Manage, create, and maintain all security-related documentation and conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Change Management: Actively participate in the change management process to ensure security considerations are integrated into all changes.
• AWS IAM, LDAP, and Active Directory: Hands-on experience with AWS Identity and Access Management, LDAP, and Active Directory to manage and secure access controls.
• Configuration Management: Implement and oversee configuration management processes to ensure consistent and secure system configurations.
• Full Stack IT Infrastructure: Comprehensive knowledge of IT infrastructure, ensuring all components are secure and integrated.
• Endpoint Protection and SIEM: Implement and manage endpoint protection solutions and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Knowledge of Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment pipelines to integrate security practices within the development process.

Qualifications:

• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, SABSA, Zachman, and/or TOGAF certifications are highly desirable.
• Experience: 4-8 years of hands-on experience in a similar role.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of security best practices, threat modeling, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Up-to-date with the latest security trends and technologies.