Principal Architect - Information Security

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads and oversees the design and implementation of advanced and complex enterprise information security architectures and solutions

• Provides technical leadership to the Information security team consisting of Architects, Analysts, and Engineers

• Reviews security technologies, tools, and services and provides recommendations to IT, business, and project teams ensuring that solutions are in line with the architecture direction and business strategies

• Develops and maintains a security architecture process that enables the enterprise to develop and implement security solutions and capabilities aligned with the business, technology, and threat drivers

• Defines the future state of Information Security Strategy solution architecture

• Executes security engagements during different phases of the lifecycle assessment, design, and implementation

• Works with senior stakeholders to find effective security solutions that work towards improving the overall security posture of the organization by balancing business requirements with cybersecurity needs

• Provides guidance, & coaching to Architects I/II and provides overall technical expertise to the Information security department and business stakeholders

• Develops, matures, and maintains security architecture strategy, principles, models, standards, guidelines, and configurations

• Defines key building blocks for future state architecture and creates a roadmap to realize the same

• Researches, models, and tracks secure system standards, industry trends, market technology, potential threats, tactics, and procedures for ecosystem applicability and reference

• Creates detailed and clear functional technical requirements for the organization's security operations engagement and interaction, ensuring stakeholders clearly understand how to engage with Information Security Strategy services

• Analyzes root cause for technical issues, and design measures and methods to mitigate future re-occurrences

• Identifies solutions and implements automation of vulnerability scanning and monitoring of the organization's infrastructure, applications, and network

• Prioritizes architectural needs and solutions with other senior executives and ensures they are in line with, criticality, feasibility, and Information Security Strategy

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or any other related discipline or equivalent related experience.

Preferred Certifications:

• Azure Security Engineer Certification

• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

• Certification in Information Security Strategy Management (CISM)

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

• CompTIA Security + Certification

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

• Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

• TS-SCI Security Clearance Certification

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• 12+ years of directly-related or relevant experience, preferably in information security.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

Behavioral Skills:

• Coaching and Mentoring

• Decision Making

• Impact and Influencing

• Leadership Skills

• Multitasking

• Presentation Skills

• Planning

Technical Skills:

• Application Architecture

• Cybersecurity

• Enterprise Architecture

• Information Security Strategy Standards (SOX, ISO 27001/27002, COBIT, ITIL, NIST, PCI)

• IT Risk Management

• Network Solutions and Systems

• Information Security Strategy

• Threat Modelling

• Security and Compliance Frameworks (i.e. CCM, NIST 800-53, CIS)

Tools Knowledge:

• Microsoft Office Suite

• Programming and Development Languages - JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Python, SQL

• Security Tools - SIEM, EDR, Email Security Gateway, SOAR, Firewall, Anti-virus, Firewalls, VPN IDS/IPS, AV, proxies, etc.

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora

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Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

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