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Robert Half Cybersecurity Architect in Austin, Texas
Description
In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust security architectures to protect our organization's IT infrastructure and sensitive data. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat analysis, and risk management, and will work closely with other IT teams to ensure the development of secure systems and applications.
Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and manage security architecture frameworks to protect IT infrastructure, applications, and data.
Evaluate and recommend security technologies and solutions to address emerging threats and business needs.
Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analysis to identify and mitigate potential security threats.
Work closely with development, IT, and operations teams to ensure security best practices are integrated throughout the software development lifecycle.
Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
Lead security incident investigations and provide guidance on appropriate remediation steps.
Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and compliance requirements.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Cybersecurity Architect, Security Engineer, or in a similar role.
Strong knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and cybersecurity best practices.
Expertise in network security, application security, cloud security, and identity & access management.
Experience with threat modeling, risk assessments, and vulnerability management.
Familiarity with security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption technologies.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Preferred:
Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA.
Experience with cloud security platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
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