Security Architect - Washington, United States - Blue Rose Consulting Group

Description

Blue Rose is seeking a Cyber Security Architect - Cloud Security Expert to support our work with a federal client.

This is a Hybrid role in Washington, DC and is open to U.S. Citizens ONLY.

Successful candidates are required to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.


In this role you will:
Plan, Design, and Implement secure cloud strategies and policies that meet client, program, and federal guidelines

Interface with clients, stakeholders and project lead to overlay and ensure security/compliance requirements are built alongside functional requirements

Create, contribute, and maintain secure design patterns for existing and future projects

Manage several simultaneous projects from conception through implementation

Interface with multiple teams to identify, correct, and implement compensating controls within focus areas of the enterprise

Align business objectives to security and compliance requirements across multiple internal and external teams

Create secure cloud environments

Defend enterprise environments

Threat modeling to guide decision-making processes

Evaluate new technologies and recommend those security solutions that align with business needs

Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating a self-starter attitude.

Mentor and train other members on the team


REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates must have:
10+ years of experience in Security Architecture Design

7+ years of experience in Network Security Architecture

7+ years of experience in creating secure cloud environments following federal standards across multiple cloud service provider (AWS, Azure, GCP)

3+ years of experience defending enterprise environments

2+ years in threat modeling to guide decision-making processes

High level scripting language (Python, JavaScript, Go, Java)

Expertise in threat modeling and ability to articulate architectural and technology decisions rationale through compliance and risk-based assessments

Strong understanding of IaaS, PaaS, SaaS

Strong Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls

Strong knowledge of cyber security principles, technologies and best practices

Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and ability to make decisions based on both compliance and risk considerations

Excellent communication skills to interface with multiple teams, stakeholders and senior leadership

Ability to serve as security subject matter expert who can explain complex topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take ownership of projects


Preferred Qualifications:
Certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

Experience with a variety of cloud service providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)

Expert with industry-specific compliance requirements

Knowledge of emerging cybersecurity trends and technologies


Education:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Security or related field

Salary:
$140,000 - $150,000, Depending on Experience

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