Security Architect

RESPONSIBILITIES:Kforce is seeking a full-time Security Architect to remotely support our enterprise technology client based in Austin, TX.Key Responsibilities: Security Architect will participate as a key Cloud Security Consultant on various programs, project & initiatives across the company providing security guidance & direction while ensuring adherence to the company's security policies & standards Define security requirements while engaging directly with stakeholders within the company's Business Units and the Information Technology organizations to ensure products, services and solutions are designed to adhere to those requirements across the company's private, hybrid and public Cloud environments Support the development of Cloud solutions that meet regulatory requirements including, but not limited to EU GDPR, PCI, SOX, HIPAA, etc. As a Security Architect, you will assist with the development, maintenance and communication of Cloud security policies and procedures as well as ensure adherence to company policies & standards Coordinate with security architects to provide guidance in creating and integrating secure Cloud-based designs & solutionsREQUIREMENTS: 10+ years of Security experience 4-5 years of Advanced Management experience in Microsoft Office 365, including Hybrid EXO, Email Security, Power Platform, Conditional Access, and MDM Mastery of Cloud service and deployment models (e.g., CaaS, SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS) and proven experience with migrating on-premise solutions to the Cloud Advanced knowledge of Email Architecture including Hybrid Environments/DMARC/DCIM/SPF/etc. Knowledge of Cloud-native/Cloud-friendly security controls Experience working with Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASBs) and other governance solutions designed to provide visibility into Cloud usage Detailed technical knowledge and experience with general network security, authentication, security protocols, access control, cryptography, application security and data protection Proven success with at least one of the following technologies: Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), VMware virtualization solutions, Pivotal, Windows and Linux based platforms, etc. Working knowledge in relation to Cloud solutions with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and best practices including, but not limited to, CSA CCM, NIST, ISO, PCI, Sarbanes Oxley, HIPAA, and EU GDPR Experience building a security catalog of best practices, techniques, and patterns to enable secure network implementations Hands-on experience with additional security technologies such as Firewalls, Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems, Vulnerability Scanning, WAF, Wireless LAN, NAC, DLP, DDoS Mitigation, WAN security, SIEM, Content Filtering, Cloud Security gateways, Secure Proxies, SSL crypto solutions, etc.Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.