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Title: Cybersecurity Architect
Employment Type: Contract
Term: 1 Year
Location: Washington DC
Interview type: Webcam Only
We are seeking a highly experienced Cybersecurity Architect / Strategic Consultant to lead and guide the development implementation and evolution of customer cybersecurity strategy. This role demands a deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks risk management emerging technologies and technical security controls and architecture. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor to senior leadership aligning cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives to safeguard organizational assets and reputation.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning and Advisory
Develop and refine the organizations cybersecurity strategy ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
Provide expert guidance on implementing industrystandard frameworks such as NIST ISO 27001 and CIS Controls.
Identify emerging threats and recommend proactive technical measures to mitigate risks.
Risk Management
Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessments identifying vulnerabilities and recommending remediation strategies.
Develop and maintain a robust risk management program to address both IT and operational risks.
Implement technical solutions to manage and monitor risk effectively including vulnerability management tools.
Technical Oversight
Design and validate secure network architectures focusing on principles such as Zero Trust and least privilege.
Evaluate and implement advanced security technologies including EDR SIEM DLP and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
Provide handson technical assessments of infrastructure applications and cloud environments to ensure security compliance.
Oversee penetration testing activities and ensure identified vulnerabilities are remediated.
Policy and Governance
Lead the development and enforcement of cybersecurity policies standards and procedures.
Establish metrics and reporting mechanisms to measure the effectiveness of cybersecurity initiatives.
Support incident response planning and governance ensuring technical readiness for potential breaches.
Cloud and Emerging Technologies
Provide technical guidance on securing multicloud environments including AWS Azure and Google Cloud.
Evaluate and implement cloudnative security tools such as CSPM CIEM and workload protection platforms.
Advise on emerging technologies like AI and ML focusing on their application in threat detection and response.
Incident Response and Threat Intelligence
Develop and oversee technical aspects of the incident response plan ensuring readiness for realworld threats.
Leverage threat intelligence platforms to proactively identify and address potential vulnerabilities.
Coordinate with SOC teams to finetune detection rules and improve response times.
Qualifications:
Education and Certifications
Bachelors or Masters degree in Cybersecurity Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP CISM CISA CRISC OSCP CEH or GSEC).
Experience
15 years of experience in cybersecurity.
Proven track record of developing and executing cybersecurity strategies for organizations of varying sizes and industries.
Handson experience with risk assessments compliance audits and incident response planning.
Skills and Competencies
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks regulatory requirements and risk management methodologies.
Proficiency with technical tools such as vulnerability scanners (e.g. Nessus Qualys) SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk QRadar) and EDR solutions (e.g. CrowdStrike Cisco Secure Endpoint Cisco Secure Workload).
Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex cybersecurity concepts to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
Leadership and influence capabilities to drive organizational change.
Analytical mindset with the ability to anticipate and solve complex challenges.
Expertise in cloud security Zero Trust architecture and emerging technologies.
Full Time