Company DescriptionEgis Cyber Solutions is a top tier infrastructure and security managed services company in the Houston area. As part of the Egis team, you will work alongside our clients and harness new technologies as you improve the efficiency and security of their businesses. You’ll be part of an inclusive and diverse team, and you’ll receive the training you need to help keep us—and you—greater than our competition. We have competitive salaries and benefits. Join us today.Job DescriptionSenior Security Architect Job Duties:Enhances security team accomplishments and competence by planning delivery of solutions; answering technical and procedural questions for less experienced team members; teaching improved processes; mentoring team members.Determines security requirements by evaluating business strategies and requirements; researching information security standards; conducting system security and vulnerability analyses and risk assessments; studying architecture/platform; identifying integration issues; preparing cost estimates.Plans security systems by evaluating network and security technologies; developing requirements for local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), virtual private networks (VPNs), routers, firewalls, and related security and network devices; designs public key infrastructures (PKIs), including use of certification authorities (CAs) and digital signatures as well as hardware and software; adhering to industry standards.Implements 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.Verifies security systems by developing and implementing test scripts.Maintains security by monitoring and ensuring compliance to standards, policies, and procedures; conducting incident response analyses; developing and conducting training programs.Upgrades security systems by monitoring security environment; identifying security gaps; evaluating and implementing enhancements.Prepares system security reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.Updates job knowledge by tracking and understanding emerging security practices and standards; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.QualificationsSenior Security Architect Skills and Qualifications:Network Security, Network Hardware Configuration, Network Protocols, Networking Standards, Supervision, Conceptual Skills, Decision Making, Informing Others, Functional and Technical Skills, Dependability, Information Security PoliciesAdditional InformationNo H1-B sponsorship is available for this position. Local candidates only. No relocation.BenefitsCompetitive salaryBonus planMedical, dental and vision insuranceLife and short/long-term disability insuranceUnlimited vacation and sick timeJob SnapshotEmployment: Type Full-TimeJob Type: Information Technology, ConsultantEducation: Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent ExperienceExperience: 8 to 10 YearsManages Others: NoRelocation: NoRequired Travel: Up to 25%Referral Bonus: None. Candidates only please