Cyber Security Architect

Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

Job#: 1363881

Job Description:

Apex Systems is partnered with one of local clients, who is looking to add talent to their existing Cyber Security Team, who reports directly into the Office of the CTO. We are looking to add both experienced Cyber Security Architects and Cyber Security Engineers who are ready to make that next step into Architecture role. Whether you have Engineer/Analysis or Architecture experience, we have room for you. We are looking for talented Cyber Security individuals who have experience being a part of new tools/techniques adoption/integration. This team focus a lot of new tool integration as opposed to simply operational and remediation (will also be a part of those processes too).

Job Summary:

The Cybersecurity Engineer/Architect will be responsible for designing and implementing robust security solutions to protect our system integrity and data as well as safeguarding our patients from potential cyber threats. Perform security reviews, identify gaps in security architecture, and develop a security risk management plan. Define and document how the implementation of a new system or new interfaces impacts the security posture of the current environment. Evaluate security architectures and designs to determine the adequacy of security controls or response to requirements contained in acquisition documents. Plan, design, test and enhance the operational security and resiliency of our computers, VoIP, network infrastructure, backups and network connected medical devices. Your expertise in cybersecurity and in-depth knowledge of industry best practices will be vital in safeguarding our systems, networks, and data.

Location:Philadelphia, Pennsylvania19124 Hybrid: Onsite Tues/Wed/Thurs

Job Responsibilities

Systems Security Architecture - Cybersecurity Architect

Evaluates our current architecture to assess security gaps, security misconfigurations and design flaws. Ensures security controls are functioning cohesively across platforms and technology. Recommends and provides risk mitigation alternatives for short term and long term fix.

Collaborates with technology vendors and industry leaders to identify strategic and innovative uses of security solutions and technology to drive operational excellence, enable academic medical research and reduce operational risks.

Designs security controls to protect identities information. Maintains adequate data confidentiality, data integrity and systems availability while balancing the needs of our customers and businesses.

Maintains data flow diagrams, network diagrams and other documentation that is relevant to Cyber security.

Influences and partners with relevant infrastructure departments to design a core architecture with security best practices and the ability to support Internet of Things (IoT), Medical Internet of Things (MIoT) and Building Automation Systems securely.

Planning and Organizing - Cyber Security Architect

Plans effectively to ensure that all work is completed accurately and efficiently.

Determines project/assignment requirements by breaking them down into tasks and identifying types of equipment, materials, and people needed; develops timelines and milestones.

Regularly reassesses priorities and competing demands and adjusts allocation of time and resources to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Supports the continuous improvement of standard form agreements, legal processes and policies, and contract management.

Serves as a subject matter expert on cybersecurity matters, providing guidance and support to both technical and non-technical teams.

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Education/ Licenses/Certifications

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (Preferred)

Masters Degree: in Computer Science, Management or related field (Preferred)

CISSP - Cert Info Sys Security Prof (Preferred)

GSE - GIAC Security Essentials (Preferred)

Experience Requirements

7-10+ years' of experience in IT related fields, with 5+ Years experience in Information Security practice

5 Years' experience in systems administration, architecting, developing, designing complex systems and networking

2+ years of experience with cloud security principles and practices (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and securing virtualized environments

General experience and demonstrated understanding of cybersecurity principles, best practices, and industry standards, such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls

General experience and understanding of encryption methodologies and strategies

General experience and working knowledge of network architecture, protocols, and security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN, SIEM, and endpoint protection

Proficiency in security frameworks, such as MITRE ATT&CK and the Cyber Kill Chain

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected