IT Security Infrastructure Architect

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance.

Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top CompaniesCertified as a Great Place to Work®Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & InsuranceIT Security Infrastructure ArchitectPRIMARY PURPOSE: To design and maintain robust, scalable security architecture globally for cloud or on-premise systems; to oversee design, implementation and maintenance revisions of specified projects; and to evaluate technologies and provide consultation regarding applications and system needs.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIESDesigns and maintains robust, scalable security architecture globally for cloud and/or on-premise systems.Provides technical guidance on how to design security devices, networks, applications and systems compliant with the

Requirements

of a desired security posture or state.Maintains expert knowledge of network and system security principles (i.e. Defense in depth, granularity of privilege) and how they are applied in the standard data center and cloud domain.Demonstrates expert knowledge of and provides guidance on modern network security technologies such as network forensics, sandboxing, threat intelligence, network and host-based intrusion prevention, vulnerability assessment, DDOS protection, Security Information Management, host-based integrity checking, end point security, AV, DLP, PKI, Mobile Security, and Cloud Security.Demonstrates an understanding of security problems as a mix of technology and process issues and pursues solutions at all layers within the organization.Provides leadership, mentorship and advisory services to infosec, business, and project teams to ensure that solutions are in line with the architecture direction and business strategies.Assists IT groups and business units as necessary in designing business or productivity programs securely.Works closely with management on assigned projects from inception through implementation ensuring adequate internal communication and user involvement is maintained.Assists management in investigating IT or cyber-security events and developing resolutions.Provides feedback and suggestions to improve IT Security processes and procedures.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms other duties as assigned.Travels as required.

Qualifications

Education & LicensingBachelor’s degree in information management, computer science or related technology field preferred. Related technical institute certification preferred.ExperienceTen (10) years of network, application, system, storage, and security architecture experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Experience with cloud security architecture, network topologies, security and access control tools, encryption technologies and algorithms preferred.Skills & KnowledgeKnowledge with the configuration of security controls for Microsoft Azure and Office365Knowledge of the confidentiality, integrity and availability (CIA) triadKnowledge of information technology security frameworksKnowledge of Carbon Black Protection, Symantec endpoint protection and security information and events management (SIEM) solutions preferredAbility to work with networked computers and serversAbility to work independently and solve problemsAbility to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrityAbility to continuously learn new technologiesExcellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skillsPC literate, including Microsoft Office productsAnalytical and interpretive skillsStrong organizational skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsAbility to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reportsAbility to work in a team environmentAbility to meet or exceed Performance CompetenciesWORK ENVIRONMENTWhen applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlinesPhysical: Computer keyboarding, travel as requiredAuditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talkingThe statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.

They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience.

You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Originally posted on Himalayas