Security Architect in Carlsbad, CA

Security Architect Job Description

Security architects design, build, test, and implement security systems within a company’s IT network. These professionals also help the organization to continually refine its IT security infrastructure and approach to protect against hackers, malware, and similar threats. This management-level position requires strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, interpersonal, organizational, and change management skills along with knowledge of the latest security standards, regulations, systems, and authentication protocols. A degree in IT, computer science, or a related field is typically required, and five to 10 years of experience in information security and IT risk management is preferred. For this role, employers often look for candidates with credentials such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

Typical security architect duties include:

Performing testing to continuously monitor for and detect suspicious activity

Responding quickly to and remediating security incidents, and providing post-event analyses

Reviewing current system security measures, and recommending and implementing improvements

Planning security architecture changes and developing project timelines for system upgrades

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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 Carlsbad, CA

162443 - 206608

25th percentile

162443

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

50th percentile

184525

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

75th percentile

206608

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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