Kforce Inc is hiring: Cybersecurity & InfoSec Architect in Irvine

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise security architecture aligned with business and IT goals
• Define security requirements for new technologies and network designs
• Advise on cybersecurity trends, frameworks, and threat intelligence
• Implement security tools such as firewalls, IAM, endpoint protection, and cloud security solutions
• Ensure secure integration across cloud, hybrid, and on-prem environments
• Lead evaluations and pilots of new security technologies
• Align architecture with frameworks like NIST, HITRUST, ISO 27001, and regulations including HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and GDPR
• Collaborate with risk teams to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities
• Partner with technical and business teams to embed security early in projects
• Mentor junior security staff and provide escalation support
• Stay current on emerging threats and recommend policy improvements
• Support incident response with architectural guidance

Requirements

• CISSP or equivalent certification is required
• 7+ years of experience in information security or a related field, with progressive responsibilities
• Strong grasp of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, HITRUST, PCI DSS), secure architecture principles, and cloud security models
• Practical experience with tools such as SIEM, EDR, IAM, DLP, PKI, firewalls, vulnerability scanners, and encryption technologies
• Familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Expertise in identity management, authentication protocols, and access control strategies
• Deep understanding of threat vectors, attack methodologies, and defense mechanisms

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or a related discipline
• Background in regulated industries such as healthcare or financial services

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting