Senior Information Security Architect - Data Protection

Highmark Health - Augusta, ME

Full-time - Senior

Augusta, ME

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About the position

The Senior Information Security Architect - Data Protection at Highmark Health is responsible for leading the development and implementation of security architectures that mitigate risks associated with data sensitivity and operational impacts. This role focuses on data protection solutions and requires collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with IT and security standards. The architect will produce threat models, document security gaps, and provide technical recommendations while mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of security solutions and mentor less experienced team members.
• Evaluate business strategies and requirements to determine complex security needs.
• Assess system security and conduct vulnerability analyses and risk assessments.
• Specify and implement intrusion detection methodologies and equipment.
• Enhance the organization's reputation by accepting ownership of new requests and exploring value-added opportunities.
• Provide leadership and mentoring in security architecture to peers and business users.
• Support compliance with required standards, procedures, guidelines, and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field, or relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• 7-10 years' experience architecting solutions.
• 10-15 years' experience in Information Security.
• Experience in communicating with business partners.
• Familiarity with security patterns and best practices, including threat modeling.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 10-15 years' experience architecting solutions.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling