Fortune 500 Cloud Security Architect (HYBRID - Atlanta or Birmingham)

Our Fortune 500 Company client is seeking to directly hire a talented Cloud Security Architect.

CANDIDATE SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:  

In order to receive consideration for an interview referral submission to our client's Hiring Manager for this role, each candidate must be reasonably qualified and comply with the following requirements: 

1) Must be within commutable distance to Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL.  The position is primarily remote, but requires 20% in-person on a weekly basis.

2) Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. WITHOUT requiring any current or future sponsorship (e.g., U.S. citizen, permanent resident card).

3) Fully comply with ALL instructions below under the [How to Apply] section.

Job Summary:   

Our client is seeking a Cloud Security Architect for this Hybrid role, based in Atlanta, Georgia or Birmingham, Alabama. 

This role will have responsibility for/input into the strategic direction for the Enterprise Security Architecture teams in the areas of Cloud and Application Security and then execute projects against the strategic roadmap. This position is primarily focused on Cloud Security, specifically Azure and Oracle, but does touch other security domains as well such as application and code security.  Interested applicants should be well rounded in their understanding and application of different security and technology platforms; in areas such as networking, endpoint, IoT, identity, data, monitoring, cloud, or application security. Qualified candidates need to be able to work in a fast-paced environment, design and build secure solutions, drive cybersecurity values and principals via influence and relationships into business processes, keep up with current security trends, be focused on results, and be a self-starter.

This position is responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the company’s information assets. This will be accomplished by:

• Establishing and implementing an information security framework and technical architecture.
• Designing, developing, and implementing information security products.
• Providing information security expertise and consulting.

While Fortune 500 Company is headquartered in Atlanta, we bring energy to homes and businesses across the country. We’ve made our name as a leading producer of clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy, and we approach each day as a vital step in building the future of energy. We’re always looking ahead, and our innovations in the industry—from new nuclear to deployment of electric transportation and renewables —help brighten the lives and businesses of millions of customers nationwide.  Our team is critical to building the future of energy with secure, resilient, and sustainable cyber solutions. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the ongoing development of Fortune 500 Company’s security architecture – identify areas of opportunity, research alternatives and recommend solutions. This position is focused on Azure and Oracle Cloud environments.
• Develop creative solutions to meet business needs while ensuring appropriate security controls and best practices are implemented.
• Partner with others to identify and resolve information security issues.
• Plan, coordinate, and lead information security projects.
• Help customers understand and apply information security concepts, processes, and technologies.
• Maintain current knowledge of information security concepts, technologies, and practices.
• Mentor others to strengthen cybersecurity principles and best practices to outside operational areas.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:          

• Experience with Azure cloud infrastructure, modern operating systems, network concepts, database applications, web applications and other computing technologies.
• Hands-on experience designing, architecting, and implementing various information security tools/products such as PKI, Static or Dynamic Code Analysis, Next-Generation Firewalls, HSM’s, SIEM, Multi-Factor Authentication, IPS, NetFlow Monitoring, Full Packet Capture, Database Encryption, Privileged Identity Management, Cloud Posture Management, etc.
• Ability to lead a project from concept through implementation and anticipate potential problems.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of information security concepts and best practices (NIST, COBIT, ISO, PCI, OWASP, etc)
• Ability to perform detailed information security risk assessments and recommend mitigating controls.
• Experience promoting security as a business enablement function through the use of documentation, metrics, and strong verbal communication.
• Industry certification preferred (CISSP, CCSP, CISA, GIAC, etc)

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum

• Expert level working knowledge of securing Azure cloud infrastructure. This includes hands on experience with configurations, concepts, design, support, etc.  
• Awareness of energy industry trends, opportunities, and challenges.
• Strong technical consulting experience: ability to understand business requirements and present appropriate solutions.
• Effectively communicate both technical and business requirements.
• Demonstrated critical, independent thinking; demonstrated ability to conceive and present creative solutions.
• Bachelor’s Degree or 5 years of work experience in cybersecurity or relevant field.
• Foundational knowledge of modern operating system concepts.
• Ability to lead a project from concept through implementation and anticipate potential problems.
• Experience prioritizing and executing with minimal direction or oversight.
• Must pass NERC CIP & Insider Threat Protection background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Azure could certification(s).
• Oracle cloud certification(s).
• Competency in APIs (Rest, Graph) and/or JavaScript/JSON/Kubernetes/SQL.
• Working knowledge of securing Oracle cloud infrastructure. This includes hands on experience with configurations, concepts, design, support, etc.  
• Industry certifications such as: CISSP, CCSP, CISA, GIAC, OSCP, CRISC, CCNP, etc.
• Experience with software development and programing, code reviews, and application vulnerability remediation.
• Proficiency in one or more coding languages, such as C#, Python, Java, or Java Script
• Experience with development platforms and CI/CD tools, such as TFS/ADO/Git or Jenkins.
• Experience with information security frameworks such as: MITER, NIST, OWASP, etc.
• Basic budgeting, accounting and financial skills preferred.
• Familiarity with nation state, sophisticated criminal, and supply chain threats.
• Data science or analytics experience including aggregating, manipulating, examining, mining, exporting, reporting, and visualizing threat intelligence and security logs.
• Working knowledge of SIEM, cloud compliance, and identity management.
• Experience promoting security as a business enablement function using influence, metrics, documentation, strong verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• Up-to-date knowledge of current hacking techniques, vulnerability disclosures, and data breach incidents.
• Experience with cybersecurity analysis and analytic tradecraft.  

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[HOW TO APPLY]

1) Confirm that you meet all Candidate Submission Requirements (listed at the top of this job announcement).

2) Click on the "APPLY" button or email support@mpnDiversityRecruiters.com to send the information below to MPN Diversity Recruiters.

• Attach your latest resume and verify that it clearly shows both your mobile phone number and personal email address.
• If you believe that you're strongly qualified for this role, please also proceed with compiling and sending your full responses to the HMSQs below to MPN Diversity Recruiters.
• If you're not certain, you can await a reply from us informing you that you've been selected for an interview referral to the Hiring Manager before responding to the HMSQs below.

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HIRING MANAGER'S SCREENING QUESTIONS (HMSQs):

Please answer ALL of the questions BELOW as accurately as possible.  If you're determined to be reasonably qualified, you will be submitted to our client for a potential interview and direct hiring consideration for this great opportunity.

1. How would you describe your technology background?
2. Describe your experience partnering with teams outside of security to reduce a company’s risk posture.
3. What’s the goal of information security within an organization?
4. How would you measure how well a security team is doing?
5. What do you think are some of the most important technology trends right now?
6. What will be the biggest challenge faced by cybersecurity professionals in the next year?
7. Describe at a high level your previous experience securing Azure or Oracle cloud environments.
8. What is your base salary requirements?