Security Architect in Halifax, NS

Security Architect Job Description

Security Architects in Canada play a strategic role in designing, implementing, and overseeing the overall security posture of an organization. This role leverages expertise in information security to create a secure and resilient IT infrastructure that protects the organization's data and assets from cyber threats.

Typical Security Architect Duties:

Design and implement a comprehensive security architecture aligned with the organization's business needs, risk profile, and compliance requirements.

Analyze security threats and vulnerabilities, recommending appropriate security controls and mitigation strategies.

Select and implement security technologies and solutions (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, data encryption, access control systems).

Design and implement security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure a consistent security posture across the organization.

Collaborate with IT teams (network administrators, system administrators) to integrate security considerations into infrastructure design and operations.

Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address security weaknesses.

Lead or participate in security incident response planning and exercises.

Advise and educate stakeholders on security risks and best practices.

Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the security architecture to identify areas for improvement.

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Vulnerability Analysis

EO/IR systems

Firewall Technologies

SIEM Tools

Splunk

Security

QA Management

Workstatioin Support

Configuration Management

Cyber Security

Salary for Security Architect in Halifax, NS

99811 - 148665

25th percentile

99811

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

124589

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

148665

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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25th percentile

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75th percentile

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105421

126459

138146

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99578

118745

134640

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98175

115239

134173

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