IT Security Architect- Hybrid

Job Description: PLEASE NOTE THIS POSITION WILL ALLOW CONSULTANT TO WORK ON A HYBRID REMOTE SCHEDULE (3 DAYS ONSITE/2 DAYS REMOTE) UPON START. The IT Security Architect and Engineering candidate would be responsible for developing and implementing IT Security architecture and solutions using industry standard security frameworks and roadmaps for all Agencies. It also includes securing enterprise information by determining security requirements, planning, implementing, and testing security systems with a team player environment. The candidate will have knowledge of and experience in developing and documenting security architecture and plans, including strategic, tactical and project plans. Knowledge of common information security management frameworks. Excellent technical knowledge of mainstream operating systems and a wide range of security technologies, such as network security appliances, identity and access management systems, anti-malware solutions, automated policy compliance tools and desktop security tools. Ability to develop, document and maintain security policies, processes, procedures, and standards. Knowledge of network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls and the associated network protocols and concepts. Strong analytical skills required to analyze security requirements and relate such requirements to the appropriate security controls. The ideal candidate will work with the business and technical teams to assess vulnerabilities and risks then design solutions to remediate their findings following IT Security processes. Essential Job Responsibilities To evaluate and develop requirements for local area networks, wide area networks, virtual private networks, routers, firewalls, and related security and network devices. Review and assess network traffic for vulnerabilities and/or gaps. Document existing security architecture of the application & infrastructure environment across the organization. To provide insight and function as a subject matter expert for systems hardening. Prepare system security reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends. Ability to prioritize projects and deliverables based on urgency, risk, and impact. Conduct design and engineering processes to ensure that security architecture solutions maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets. Participate in the risk assessments of new and existing technology solutions to identify opportunities for improvement, and engineering solutions to adequately mitigate associated risks. Define the appropriate architecture, technical requirements, and standards necessary to address information security needs for the organization. Diagram process flows and create initial security configurations based on real traffic and business efficiency needs balanced against security risk demands. Ensure security architecture reviews are conducted for new technology to ensure best practices, document security solutions, and enable common solutions across the enterprise Implement security systems by specifying intrusion detection methodologies and equipment; directing equipment and software installation and calibration; preparing preventive and reactive measures; creating, transmitting, and maintaining keys; providing technical support; completing documentation. Maintain an awareness of existing and proposed security-standard-setting groups, state and federal legislation, and regulations pertaining to information security Work with IT leadership to develop strategies and plans to enforce security requirements and address identified risks