KIHOMAC is hiring: Cybersecurity Architect in Colorado Springs

Overview

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Design, develop, and implement robust cybersecurity architectures that protect the organization's assets, data, and systems. Provide technical expertise and guidance, ensuring that security principles are embedded into all layers of the IT infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy and architecture aligned with business objectives, threat landscape, and compliance requirements. Develop and maintain the organization's cybersecurity architecture framework, standards, and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security architectures for various systems and environments, including cloud, on-premises, and hybrid infrastructures.
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies, platforms, and tools to support the organization\'s cybersecurity posture.
• Review and approve architectural diagrams, documentation, and models, focusing on security controls and data flow.
• Lead the development of proof-of-concepts and prototypes to validate security architectural designs.
• Architect and design secure solutions for data protection, network security, endpoint security, identity and access management (IAM), and application security.
• Participate in threat modeling exercises to identify potential security vulnerabilities and weaknesses in systems and applications.
• Perform risk assessments to evaluate the likelihood and impact of potential security threats; develop and implement mitigation strategies.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to other security professionals, including security engineers, analysts, and developers.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on cybersecurity architecture best practices and emerging security technologies.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure security is integrated into all phases of the system development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Drive the adoption of new security technologies and architectural patterns within the organization.
• Ensure the cybersecurity architecture complies with relevant legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, and Security Technical Implementation Guides).
• Work with compliance teams to conduct security audits and assessments.
• Participate in incident response activities as needed, providing technical expertise and guidance; review security incident analysis reports and determine the need for architectural or technical corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT operations, development, and business units, to ensure alignment of security goals.
• Communicate security architectural designs and decisions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Actively participate in architecture review boards and other governance processes.
• Stay current with emerging security technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Education/Training: Bachelor\'s Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or AWS Certified Security are preferred.
• Experience: 6+ years of direct experience in the area of Cybersecurity; 2+ years in a management or leadership role; proven experience designing and implementing complex security architectures.
• Demonstrable understanding of security principles, technologies, and best practices.
• Experience with a variety of security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, Elastic Security SIEM, ACAS vulnerability scanners, endpoint security solutions).
• Experience with cloud security architecture and deployment models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Experience implementing Zero Trust principles across an IT Services environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., NIS Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001).
• Must be a US citizen; candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Secret Clearance.
• Physical requirements: able to occasionally reach with hands and arms; prolonged periods of computer screen use; able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; adherence to safety protocols when PPE is required.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Salary

$160,000.00 - 195,000.00

Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.