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Diverse Lynx

Cybersecurity Architect - Identity Management

Diverse Lynx, Plano, Texas, us, 75086

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Job Title: Cybersecurity Architect - Identity Management, Network Security, SOC, GRC & AI Security Location: US Department: Information Security / Cybersecurity Reports To: Cyber Security Leader - AMS

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced

Cybersecurity Architect

to design, implement, and lead the organization's cybersecurity architecture with a focus on

Identity and Access Management (IAM) ,

Network Security ,

Security Operations (SOC) ,

Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) , and

AI Security . The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strategic insight into risk management, compliance frameworks, and the evolving security landscape surrounding

AI and machine learning systems .

Key Responsibilities 1. Security Architecture & Strategy

Develop and maintain enterprise-wide cybersecurity architecture aligned with business goals, emerging threats, and regulatory requirements. Establish and maintain

security reference architectures , standards, and patterns for hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Integrate security-by-design principles into all technology initiatives, including data, AI, and application development. 2. Identity & Access Management (IAM)

Architect and oversee

SSO, MFA, PAM, and federation (SAML, OIDC, OAuth2)

implementations. Lead the lifecycle management of identities, roles, and entitlements across cloud and on-prem environments. Apply

Zero Trust

principles for identity and access governance. 3. Network Security

Design and maintain

secure network architectures

(on-prem, hybrid, and cloud). Manage

firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, NAC, SD-WAN security , and

microsegmentation

initiatives. Collaborate with network engineering teams to implement

Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) . Conduct network threat modeling and assist in security validation and penetration testing. 4. Security Operations (SOC)

Provide architectural direction for

SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR , and

threat intelligence

systems. Collaborate with SOC teams to improve detection, response, and automation. Define threat modeling, incident response frameworks, and SOC maturity improvement roadmaps. 5. Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

Establish a strong cybersecurity governance framework aligned with

ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS, GDPR, PCI-DSS , and other standards. Perform risk assessments, track remediation, and ensure security controls meet regulatory and policy requirements. Oversee security audits and compliance reporting in coordination with risk and legal teams. 6. AI Security

Design and implement

AI/ML system security architectures , focusing on

model integrity, data privacy, and secure AI pipelines . Define controls for

AI model governance , including versioning, explainability, and ethical AI usage. Collaborate with data science and AI engineering teams to integrate

threat modeling, adversarial testing , and

data protection

into AI systems. Evaluate and mitigate risks associated with

prompt injection, model poisoning, data leakage , and

unauthorized model access . Stay current with emerging

AI security standards, regulations (e.g., EU AI Act) , and best practices. 7. Leadership & Collaboration

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on cybersecurity, risk, and AI safety. Mentor engineers and analysts on architectural best practices and security design principles. Promote a culture of proactive security awareness and continuous improvement.

Qualifications Education & Experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field. 10+ years

of experience in cybersecurity, with

3+ years

in an architectural or leadership capacity. Technical Skills

Deep knowledge of

IAM technologies

(Okta, Azure AD, SailPoint, CyberArk, Ping). Strong expertise in

network security

(firewalls, IDS/IPS, NAC, VPN, SD-WAN, microsegmentation). Experience designing SOC infrastructure (SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR). Understanding of

AI/ML systems , data protection, and secure model lifecycle management. Familiarity with

AI risk frameworks

(NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 23894, EU AI Act). Experience with

cloud security

(AWS, Azure, GCP) and

Zero Trust architectures . Strong understanding of

regulatory and compliance standards

(ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOC 2). Certifications (Preferred)

CISSP, CCSP, or CISM. Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) or equivalent IAM certification. Network Security certifications (CND, CCNP Security, Palo Alto PCNSE, Fortinet NSE). AI Security or AI Governance certifications (e.g.,

MIT AI Risk & Security ,

(ISC)2 AI+ ,

NIST AI RMF Training ). CRISC, CISA, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer for GRC expertise.

Soft Skills

Strategic thinker with a forward-looking approach to emerging technologies and threats. Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence across teams. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment capabilities. Ability to translate complex technical issues into clear business impacts.

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.