Cyber Security Architect

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Job Description

This role demands deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams. Experience in Operational Technology (OT) is a core requirement.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions across the IT and OT (manufacturing) environments
• Develop and maintain security architecture documentation and standards
• Evaluate and deploy security technologies (e.g., SIEM, EDR, firewalls, IAM, DLP, DSPM, Zero Trust)
• Ensure compliance with relevant frameworks and regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CMMC, SOC2)
• Lead complex incident response and forensic investigations.
• Design and manage threat detection and prevention systems.
• Perform proactive threat hunting and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with internal teams to architect secure infrastructure.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Vulnerability Management: Implement and manage vulnerability assessment tools and processes to ensure the security and compliance of IT systems
• Technical Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior IT staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
• Project Management: Lead IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and quality standards
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with business leaders, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure alignment and successful implementation of IT initiatives while embedding security into systems and workflows

Qualifications

• Experience: 4 – 7 years of progressive experience in Cybersecurity roles, with at least 2 years in OT environments (e.g., manufacturing, energy, utilities)
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline
• Advanced certifications: CISSP, CISM, or OSCP are highly desirable.
• Manufacturing OT: Strong understanding of ICS/SCADA systems, PLC networks, and industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, OPC UA, DNP3). Experience with network segmentation, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and zero trust architectures in OT environments.
• Vulnerability Management: Strong knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools and techniques
• Leadership: Proven ability to mentor team members
• Project Management: Strong project management skills with a track record of successful project delivery
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as ability to present monthly metrics to senior leadership

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