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Cloud Security Architect - C2H

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We believe in attracting and retaining the brightest technical minds from diverse backgrounds and nationalities to come together and create an enriched pool of global talent. Recognized as one of North America's fastest-growing companies, we aim to attract people who are passionate about technology and creating a real impact while working in collaborative environment with the latest technologies.

Our mission is to solve our client's most complex digital challenges by engaging the brightest of technical minds. We are looking for candidates who thrive in an innovative and collaborative environment who love solving problems and having fun while doing it.

Role: Cloud Security Architect

Duration: Contract to hire

Location: 100% remote

Job Description:

The Information Security Architect contributes the advancement of the Banks Information Security programs capabilities through developing, communicating, and implementing a security architecture and secure development practices that increases the security of the Banks systems. This position collaborates with key stakeholders of business projects and initiatives and works closely with related teams.

Primary Responsibilities

Establishes a strategic security architecture vision, including standards and frameworks that are aligned with the overall business and IT strategies
Acts as information security subject matter expert; provides advisory and consulting services to business, IT departments, and IS management
Works closely with Enterprise Architecture and Application Development to enhance the security posture of new and existing systems
Works to design security architecture, evaluate risk posed to the organization from, and ultimately approve the implementation of systems and applications into the environment
Assesses the state of the information security program using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and the FFIEC Cyber Assessment Tool to identify gaps and works with appropriate stakeholders to remediate deficiencies
Participates in the development of information security strategies, roadmaps, policies, and standards
Ensures systems and applications are implemented with compensating controls to meet regulatory requirements (GLBA, SOX, HIPAA, FFIEC, etc.) as well as other organizational compliance (PCI) requirements
Tracks metrics for compliance to IS standards by application and system owners
Develops and mentors team members

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related degree
Eight (8) years experience in Information Security with a focus on software development, secure SDLC, or security architecture
Open Banking - This is cloud security architect - AWS experience in security as well as Hybrid Cloud Deployments - AWS Security Specialty is a plus. The focus of this work with be Open Banking and experience with API security is a must. OAuth 2.0 and banking familiarity will be a big plus

Preferences

Experience in the design and implementation of security solutions

Skills and Competencies

Ability to evaluate risk versus reward and apply in a meaningful manner to the benefit of the organization
Ability to translate complex technical information across all levels of the organization
Ability to use independent judgment to make sound, justifiable decisions and takes action to solve problems
Ability to work effectively with a team as well as independently without daily direction
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in an effective manner
Excellent customer service skills and problem resolution
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including developing and providing effective professional presentations to various audience types including senior management and leadership
Expert level knowledge of security principles
In depth knowledge of security solutions, tools, methodologies, and techniques
Strong project management skills
Thorough understanding of risks associated with virtualization and cloud-based computing and the impact of those technologies on an organizations security posture
Excellent customer service skills and problem resolution

Great teams do amazing things, but truly diverse teams are the ones who can achieve extraordinary results, together. You can build your dream career at Accolite/Xerris in a culture of learning, inclusion, and openness. We encourage applications from everyone regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

Is this you? If so, come join us to transform the future with the top tech talent to solve real-world business problems.

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