Cyber Security Architect

Inspyr Solutions
Spring, TX, United States
16 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
4 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Agile Methodology Microsoft Azure Software as a Service Cloud Computing Security Code Review Cyber Security Digital Assets Identity and Access Management Information Systems Security Architecture Professional Network Security Open Web Application Security
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Systems Development Life Cycle Cloud Services Secure Coding Security Software Security Information and Event Management Software Engineering Software Vulnerability Management Cloud Platform System Software Security Software Troubleshooting Information Technology CIS Benchmarks Devsecops Static Application Security Testing Vulnerability Analysis Dynamic Application Security Testing

Job description

Cyber Security Architect is a key member of the IT Cyber Security team responsible for helping design, implement, and enhance enterprise security solutions that protect digital assets, systems, applications, and data. This role is ideal for a strong cybersecurity professional with a solid technical foundation who is ready to expand into broader security architecture responsibilities while partnering closely with senior leadership and engineering teams.

The position will focus on strengthening application security, secure software development practices, cloud security, and DevSecOps while providing opportunities to grow into enterprise architecture, strategic planning, and technical leadership.

This role is well suited for someone with strong hands-on cybersecurity experience who is looking to take the next step in their career.

What You Will Do Security Engineering & Architecture

  • Assist in designing and implementing enterprise security architectures across cloud, on-premise, hybrid, and application environments.
  • Participate in architecture reviews for applications, infrastructure, SaaS platforms, and cloud solutions to ensure alignment with cybersecurity standards and risk management practices.
  • Work alongside senior architects and engineering teams to continuously improve IT security posture.

Application Security

  • Support secure application design by promoting secure coding practices, application security standards, and security-by-design principles.
  • Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture and Development teams to ensure applications are built on secure and scalable platforms.

Secure Software Development

  • Partner with development teams to integrate security throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Participate in threat modeling, code reviews, vulnerability remediation, and application security testing.

DevSecOps

  • Assist with implementing DevSecOps practices by integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Support automated security testing, code scanning, dependency analysis, and vulnerability management.

Risk & Governance

  • Identify and assess cybersecurity risks affecting applications, cloud platforms, APIs, and infrastructure.
  • Support security assessments and ensure solutions align with company policies and industry best practices.

Collaboration

  • Work closely with developers, infrastructure engineers, cloud teams, and project managers to implement practical security solutions.
  • Participate in security reviews for new technologies and business initiatives.
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Stay current on emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, and industry trends.
  • Recommend improvements to security tools, processes, and controls.
  • Continue developing technical expertise and gradually assume greater architecture responsibilities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 4-7 years of cybersecurity experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Security Engineering
  • Security Operations
  • Application Security
  • Cloud Security
  • Azure Platform
  • Infrastructure Security
  • DevSecOps
  • Experience supporting enterprise environments and collaborating with infrastructure and development teams.
  • Strong desire to grow into cybersecurity architecture and technical leadership responsibilities.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred:

  • Experience within regulated industries such as energy, maritime, manufacturing, or financial services.
  • Experience working in Agile environments.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals and enterprise security concepts.
  • Working knowledge of security frameworks including NIST CSF, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, and OWASP.
  • Experience with vulnerability management, endpoint security, identity and access management (IAM), network security, and cloud security.
  • Familiarity with secure software development and DevSecOps concepts.
  • Experience using security tools such as vulnerability scanners, SIEM platforms, endpoint protection, or cloud security solutions.
  • Understanding of SAST, DAST, Software Composition Analysis (SCA), or similar application security tools is preferred but not required.
  • Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and secure development practices.
  • Ability to analyze security risks and recommend practical solutions.
  • Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
  • Professional certifications such as Security+, CISSP (Associate), GSEC, SSCP, Azure Security Engineer or similar certifications are a plus but not required.

Benefits & conditions

Notice : This position requires access to information that is subject to control by the Export Administration Regulations and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon the Company’’s verification that the candidate is a “U.S. Person” or upon the receipt of all necessary export licenses or authorizations that may be required by U.S. export control laws. “U.S. Persons” are defined as U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., “” holders), or any individual granted protected status under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C.

  • 1324b(a)(3)), including asylees and refugees. In the event a candidate refuses or cannot otherwise provide the necessary information for the Company to determine whether such licenses may be required, or for the Company to obtain any required licenses, the Company shall maintain the exclusive right to discontinue the application process and/or withdraw any contingent offer that has been made.

Our benefits package includes:

  • Comprehensive medical benefits

  • Competitive pay

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • …and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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