Cybersecurity Architect

$148,000 - $222,000/Yr

ADT Security Services - Boca Raton, FL

Full-time - Senior

Boca Raton, FL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Cybersecurity Architect to join our Enterprise Architecture team. This key role is responsible for designing and implementing secure architectures that protect the organization's critical systems, applications, and data across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in cybersecurity principles, DevOps integration, and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) governance, and will serve as a thought leader in shaping the organization's security strategy.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive cybersecurity architectures across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Create security reference architectures for enterprise systems and lead technical projects to implement these designs.
• Ensure security requirements are embedded in the architecture of new and existing applications and infrastructure, aligning with both technical and business needs.
• Define and communicate the organization's cybersecurity architecture vision and roadmap, driving the overall cybersecurity strategy.
• Lead threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and mitigation strategies to manage risk across the organization.
• Serve as a cybersecurity thought leader, advising senior leadership on emerging threats, regulatory changes, and advancements in security technologies.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate security throughout the CI/CD pipeline, ensuring automated and embedded security controls at all stages of software development.
• Define and enforce secure SDLC processes, ensuring alignment with compliance and governance frameworks.
• Lead the implementation of DevSecOps practices, embedding security testing, monitoring, and controls into the software development lifecycle.
• Ensure security architectures comply with industry standards (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.) and internal security policies.
• Develop and implement security policies, standards, and procedures that align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Oversee security audits, assessments, and reviews to ensure that security controls are effective and compliant.
• Act as the primary liaison between the cybersecurity team and other IT, development, and business units to ensure alignment on security requirements and strategies.
• Communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring a shared understanding of security risks and solutions.
• Lead cross-functional teams in security-related projects, providing architectural guidance and leadership.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and solutions to strengthen the organization's security posture.
• Stay informed of the latest cybersecurity trends, technologies, and emerging threats to ensure resilience.
• Lead proof-of-concept initiatives and pilot programs to assess the feasibility of new security solutions.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, including at least 3 years in an architecture or leadership role.
• Deep understanding of security frameworks and standards (e.g., SOC2, NIST, ISO 27001) with hands-on experience in cloud and network security.
• Expertise in integrating security into DevOps workflows and SLC processes.
• Understanding and experience designing and implementing zero trust architecture principles.
• Proven experience designing and implementing security architectures for large scale enterprise environments.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance requirements (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to convey complex security concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience with cloud platforms and services such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of container security, microservices architecture, and serverless environments.
• Familiarity with security automation tools, SIEM, IDS/IPS, and security orchestration solutions.
• Experience in leading incident response and forensic investigations.

Nice-to-haves

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, TOGAF, SABSA, or equivalent.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance