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BlackBox Cybersecurity Solutions Architect in PLANO, Texas
We seek a highly skilled and experienced Cybersecurity Solutions Architect to join our global team.
Role: Cybersecurity Solutions Architect
Location: Plano, Texas (DFW Metro Area)
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the cybersecurity domain expert, engaging with prospects and existing clients to uncover their cybersecurity challenges and designing tailored solutions that effectively address and mitigate them.
Assist the sales teams and engage with clients in deep-dive discussions to identify gaps and risk areas from the cybersecurity standpoint. Leading the requirements gathering from prospects, suitable use case creation, and conceptualizing the suitable solution to address clients’ cybersecurity challenges
Demonstrate a deep understanding of the competitive landscapes surrounding various cybersecurity technologies and their relevance to the emerging cybersecurity threat landscape.
Analyze and respond to RFPs by crafting tailored, comprehensive security strategies that align with client needs and specifications, leveraging a deep understanding of various security technologies and industry best practices.
Collaborate closely with security technology providers to co-develop innovative, integrated solutions, addressing clients' unique security challenges through a synergy of expert knowledge and cutting-edge technology.
Plan and design multi-vendor security solutions to create a cohesive, scalable system that enhances clients' organizational security without compromising operational efficiency or interoperability.
Coordinate with technology and service partners to seamlessly integrate various components into a cohesive final solution, ensuring technical proficiency and commercial viability align with the client's specific needs.
Conduct effort sizing and pricing of security solutions, carefully balancing various fixed and variable commercial models to provide cost-effective and efficient solutions tailored to specific client needs.
Play a pivotal role in the sales closing cycle by presenting the final technical and commercial aspects of the security solutions to clients, effectively communicating the value and alignment of the solution with the client's specific requirements and constraints.
Articulate and present the company's value propositions in industry events, showcasing expertise and innovative solutions in security to a broader professional audience.
Provide thought leadership by continuously updating their knowledge of innovative technologies, ensuring they remain at the forefront of industry trends and can apply the latest insights to enhance security solutions.
Preferred Skills & Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA) are highly desirable.
Proven experience of at least ten years in cybersecurity solution architecting, with a demonstrated ability to design complex solutions and provide strategic guidance to clients.
In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, regulations, and industry best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, COBIT, CIS Controls).
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, enabling you to articulate complex cybersecurity concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Extensive experience in risk assessment, vulnerability management, incident response, security architecture, and developing comprehensive security strategies.
Proficiency in utilizing industry-standard security tools, technologies, and methodologies.
Exceptional business acumen, to understand clients' unique business objectives and align cybersecurity strategies accordingly.
Proven ability to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, consistently delivering superior solutions and surpassing client expectations.
Outstanding problem-solving skills and a strategic, analytical mindset, and be able to decipher the complex cybersecurity landscapes.
Professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards in conducting professional responsibilities.
What’s in it for You?
Black Box Network Services offers a competitive total rewards benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, in addition to a wide variety of additional benefits like a 401K, life insurance, employee assistance programs, fitness reimbursements, identity theft protection, education/scholarship programs and more!
We understand attracting great talent requires going beyond just competitive compensation and benefits. Black Box provides challenging work that creates advancement opportunities within the organization for those demonstrating desire and aptitude through their achievements. We have no shortage of opportunities. If you are looking for a business that allows for individual reward and growth, we are the place for you!
About Black Box Network Services
Black Box Network Services is a leading technology solutions provider dedicated to helping customers design, deploy and manage their IT infrastructure. We deliver high-value products and services through our global presence and 3,000 team members. Black Box is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with Federal, State and Local laws, Black Box does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status, and endorses those policies and practices which seek to recruit, hire, train and promote the most qualified persons into available jobs.
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