Cybersecurity Architect - REMOTE

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Base pay range  $90,000.00/yr - $/yr
Ready to advance your cybersecurity career with a respected consulting firm? Pave Talent is hiring on behalf of our client, an established IT services company that provides comprehensive cybersecurity solutions to mid-size technology-centric organizations.
About Our Client:
Our client is a well-established IT infrastructure and cybersecurity services provider founded in 2003. They adopt a high-touch approach to deliver end-to-end IT infrastructure support, systems management, network design, cybersecurity, desktop support, and strategic decision guidance. Their employee-centered culture fosters collaboration and provides growth opportunities, with company values founded on Integrity, Commitment, and Trust.

Role Overview :  The Cybersecurity Engineer will take a hands-on approach to client information security systems and provide active consultation on cybersecurity topics. This position requires both technical expertise and client-facing skills to ensure the effectiveness of clients' security programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of cybersecurity projects across various sectors and industries
Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and senior management on project status, risks, issues, and deliverables
Provide cybersecurity consulting on incident response, data protection, cloud security, identity management, and security awareness
Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments to help clients identify and prioritize potential threats
Perform gap analysis using industry-standard frameworks including CIS Top 18, NIST CSF, and NIST 800-171
Oversee configuration and remediation of client systems and applications to align with recognized benchmarks
Manage vulnerability scanning and analysis to identify and address weaknesses in clients' networks
Mentor, coach, and develop cybersecurity team members to foster collaboration and excellence
Attend pre-sales calls and provide input to hiring decisions

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of cybersecurity experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or equivalent
Expert knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, including CIS Top 18, NIST CSF, NIST 800-171, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS
Strong technical expertise with Microsoft 365 and Defender suites (Defender for Office, Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps)
Experience implementing and managing security solutions such as firewalls, antivirus, encryption, SIEM, IAM, VPN, and DLP
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to build rapport and trust with clients while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, cybersecurity, or related field
Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert Certification (SC-100)
Microsoft Security Operations Analyst Associate Certification (SC-200)
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Purview and Microsoft Sentinel SIEM
CMMC Assessor or Registered Practitioner credentials
Our client offers competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment that values innovation and excellence.
Ready to advance your cybersecurity career with a growing organization? Apply now to join this dynamic team of IT security professionals!
Seniority level    Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time
Job function    Job function Information Technology
Industries Information Services, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Computer and Network Security
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