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Highmark Health Senior Information Security Architect - Data Protection in Austin, Texas
Company :
enGen
Job Description :
JOB SUMMARY
CANDIDATE MUST BE US Citizen (due to contractual/access requirements)
This job takes a lead role in developing and guiding implementations of practical security architectures that appropriately mitigate risks depending on factors such as data sensitivity and operational impacts; this role will focus on, but not be limited to supporting Data Protection solutions. Security architectures must be developed in alignment with IT and security standards, applicable security and control frameworks, and security best practices. Experience producing Threat Models to evaluate proposed technical architectures. Any control, policy or standard gaps identified during the course of developing security architectures or Threat Modeling exercises must be documented and formally assessed through standard risk assessment processes. The Senior Information Protection Security Architect must have the ability to provide detailed technical recommendations on appropriate mitigation measures. Must be able to effectively collaborate, advise, and consult colleagues responsible for developing and implementing technical architectures, services and controls. Research and evaluate new security technologies to be used as practical point solutions to address gaps where existing tools and services are deemed to be inadequate. Security architecture work will include data protection, network security and defense, operating system security, identity, authentication, and authorization, application security, activity audit and monitoring, mobile computing security, and third-party access to corporate systems/data. Must have competency in developing and applying sound and practical security architecture principles within both On Premises and multi-Cloud environments. The ability to produce detailed and accurate security architecture documentation and accompanying narratives as well as strong verbal and written communication with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including executive leadership, is required. This role is expected to provide mentorship to peers and more junior team members.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Enhance security team accomplishments and competence by leading delivery of solutions; answering technical and procedural questions for less experienced team members; teaching improved processes; mentoring team members.
Determine most complex security requirements by evaluating business strategies and requirements; conducting system security and vulnerability analyses and risk assessments; identifying integration issues; preparing cost estimates.
Lead 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.
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.
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, Engineering, or related field, or 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:
7-10 years' experience architecting solutions
10-15 years' experience in Information Security
Experience communicating with business partners
Use of security patterns and security best patterns such as threat modeling
Preferred:
- 10 - 15 years' experience architecting solutions
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
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
Expert 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.)
Able to lead 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 (Licenses that are required to perform the job)
- None
PREFERRED LICENSURE
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA)
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
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Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
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Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
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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:
$92,300.00
Pay Range Maximum:
$170,800.00
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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