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Company :

enGen

Job Description :

JOB SUMMARY

The Information Security Architect - Data Protection develops and guides the implementation of security architectures that protect sensitive data and ensure business continuity by mitigating associated risks. This position focuses on supporting Data Protection solutions, including Data Loss Prevention, File and Database activity monitoring, and encryption technologies, and requires collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with IT, privacy, and security standards. The architect will also be responsible for producing threat models, documenting control gaps, writing policies/standards, and providing technical recommendations for security measures. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in data protection and security architecture, with a proven track record of designing effective security controls.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Enhance security team accomplishments and competence by planning delivery of solutions; answering technical and procedural questions for less experienced team members; teaching improved processes; mentoring team members.

+ Determine security requirements by evaluating business strategies and requirements; conducting system security and vulnerability analyses and risk assessments; identifying integration issues; preparing cost estimates.

+ Plan security systems by evaluating network and security technologies.

+ Implement security systems by specifying intrusion detection methodologies and equipment; directing equipment and software installation and calibration; preparing preventive and reactive measures.

+ Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

+ May begin to provide leadership and mentoring in the areas of expertise and architecture to peers, developers, management and business users including technical expertise, coaching, and ad-hoc training.

+ Support assurance compliance to required standards, procedures, guidelines and processes.

+ Other duties as assigned or requested.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

+ Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Security, or Engineering, or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree

PREFERRED EDUCATION

+ Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security or related field

EXPERIENCE

_Minimum:_

+ 5 - 7 years' experience architecting solutions

+ 5 - 7 years' experience in Information Security

+ Experience communicating with business partners

_Preferred:_

+ 7 - 10 years' experience architecting solutions

SKILLS

+ Business communication skills, both written and verbal and able to solve unconventional problems

+ Understanding of the TCP/IP protocol stack, application protocols such as SNMP, SMTP, DNS, and DHCP; IPSec and SSL VPNs; SSL/TLS protocol knowledge

+ Understanding of the information technology and information security industries, their current developments, trends, issues, and fundamental concepts

+ In-depth expertise in analyzing a wide spectrum of technical systems and services robustness and needs, and making practical recommendations to address them

+ Detailed knowledge of web, mobile, and client application security vulnerabilities, attack methods, and countermeasures

+ Experience with common information security management frameworks, such as HITRUST, ISO 27001, CobiT, ITIL

+ Knowledge of ubiquitous encryption technologies (PGP, SSH, SSL, etc.) and common protocols (RADIUS, LDAP, KERBEROS, SAML, etc.)

+ Participate in evaluations and recommend solutions to support enterprises security controls including: networking, firewalls, IDS/IPS, data loss prevention, application security, infrastructure security, and data security

REQUIRED LICENSURE

None

PREFERRED LICENSURE

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA), etc.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:

0%- 25%

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT (** **_other than English_** **)?

None

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

( _The physical, mental demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of their job. Reasonable accommodations will be made when necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position, to the extent that they do not cause undue hardship._

_Position Type:_

Office-Based

_Office-Based Positions_

An employee in this position works in an office environment. The position frequently requires the employee to communicate effectively with others both inside and outside the workplace (e.g., in person, via telephone, via email). The employee must be able to understand, interpret and analyze data, solve problems, concentrate, and research, use available technological resources and systems (e.g., computers and computer programs), multi-task, prioritize, and meet multiple deadlines to complete essential tasks. The employee generally works in a fast-paced and frequently stressful environment, must attend work on a regular and reliable basis as well as adhere to all workplace policies, and may be called upon to work outside regular business hours.

Teaches/Trains others regularly

Occasionally

Travels regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Occasionally

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (Sales employees)

Never

Physical Work Site Required

Yes

_Most On-The-Road Positions_

An employee in this position may work in a home or company office environment but is also frequently driving to and from various locations to perform the work off-site. The position frequently requires the employee to communicate effectively with others both inside and outside the workplace (e.g., in person, via telephone, via email). The employee must be able to understand, interpret and analyze data, solve problems, concentrate, and research, use available technological resources and systems (e.g., computers and computer programs), multi-task, prioritize, and meet multiple deadlines to complete essential tasks. The employee generally works in a fast-paced and frequently stressful environment, must attend work on a regular and reliable basis as well as adhere to all workplace policies, and may be called upon to work outside regular business hours.

_Non-Office-Based Positions_

An employee in this position is frequently required to move throughout the workplace, sit, stand and walk, use hands and fingers to hold objects, tools or controls, possess fine motor skills (e.g., to write and operate a computer or to steer transportation equipment), possess gross motor skills (e.g., to carry items), reach with hands and arms, climb stairs and ladders, balance, stoop, kneel crouch and crawl, communicate effectively, and talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to work in a busy environment where decisions often must be made quickly, must attend work on a regular and reliable basis, must adhere to all workplace policies, and may be called upon to work outside regular business hours. This work occurs in a [example: warehouse, hospital or provider’s office or mailroom].

Lifting: up to 10 pounds

Does Not Apply

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds

Does Not Apply

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds

Does Not Apply

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Changes Approved By:

Kathleen Thompson

**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._

**_Compliance Requirement:_** _This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies_

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Pay Range Minimum:

$78,900.00

Pay Range Maximum:

$147,500.00

_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._

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Req ID: J263691