Job Title : Enterprise Security Architect
Location : Remote
Contract Duration : 6 Months
Employment Type : Contract
Position Overview :
We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Security Architect for a 6-month remote contract role. The ideal candidate will lead the design, development, and integration of enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategies and architectures to protect systems, networks, and data across multiple security domains. This position requires strong technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a thorough understanding of secure design principles.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop and integrate cybersecurity designs for systems and networks with multi-level security requirements.
- Document and define the organization's cybersecurity architecture and security engineering standards .
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and prioritize critical business functions and associated security requirements.
- Conduct security architecture reviews , assess existing systems for gaps or vulnerabilities, and recommend actionable remediation plans.
- Develop and maintain security risk management plans , including mitigation strategies and architecture improvements.
- Determine security controls needed for information systems and networks, ensuring documentation aligns with regulatory and industry best practices.
- Implement and manage secure configuration management processes and security governance frameworks.
- Provide guidance on enterprise security technologies and best practices related to cloud , on-prem , and hybrid environments .
Required Qualifications :
7+ years of experience in enterprise security architecture , cybersecurity , or information security .Proven experience designing and implementing security frameworks (e.g., NIST , ISO 27001 , CIS ).Deep knowledge of network , system , application , and cloud security concepts and controls.Ability to analyze complex security architectures and recommend scalable solutions.Strong understanding of threat modeling , vulnerability management , identity & access management , and data protection .Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to engage both technical and executive audiences.Preferred Qualifications :
Certifications such as CISSP , CISM , SABSA , or CCSP .Experience with security architecture in AWS, Azure , or Google Cloud environments.Background in DevSecOps , Zero Trust Architecture , or security automation is a plus.