Enterprise Security Architect - ITGP

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.