What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cyber Security Architect position at Wissen Infotech?
Role: Cybersecurity Architect
Experience: 11 Years
Location: Pittsburgh, PA / Chicago, IL (Onsite Only)
Work Mode: Client location; NO Remote Work and NO Relocation.
Core Responsibilities
The candidate will be expected to:
- Define and execute enterprise cybersecurity architecture strategy.
- Design secure architectures for on-premises, cloud (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform), and hybrid environments.
- Perform security architecture reviews, threat modeling, and risk assessments.
- Develop and enforce security standards, policies, and governance.
- Implement security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and Zero Trust.
- Integrate security into DevOps processes (DevSecOps).
- Lead initiatives around IAM, network security, endpoint security, and data protection.
- Evaluate security technologies and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Support incident response and compliance activities.
- Mentor security engineers and architects.
Required Technical Skills
The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in:
- Enterprise Security Architecture
- Cloud Security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
- Network Security (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs)
- Identity & Access Management (IAM, SSO, MFA)
- Application Security and Secure SDLC
- Data Protection and Encryption
- SIEM, EDR, DLP, CASB, and Vulnerability Management
- Zero Trust Architecture
- Threat Modeling and Risk Management
- Compliance frameworks including HIPAA, GDPR, SOX, and PCI-DSS
- Python or PowerShell scripting (preferred)
Preferred Certifications
- CISSP
- CISM or CISA
- SABSA or TOGAF
- CCSP
- AWS Security Specialty
- Azure Security Engineer
Education
- Bachelor''s or Master''s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
Ideal Candidate Profile
A strong match would typically have:
- 11–15 years of cybersecurity experience.
- Extensive experience designing enterprise security architectures.
- Hands-on experience securing hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
- Strong background in Zero Trust, IAM, DevSecOps, and security governance.
- Experience leading architecture discussions with business and technical stakeholders.
- Multiple security certifications (especially CISSP and cloud security certifications).
Salary : $90,000 - $105,000