Cybersecurity Architect

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Under the direction of the Manager, Cybersecurity Architecture, the Cybersecurity Architect will serve as the technical lead and governance expert responsible for designing, building, and implementing secure architectures across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments while ensuring alignment with cybersecurity governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.

As a functional expert and subject matter expert (SME), the Cybersecurity Architect also develops and maintains cybersecurity governance structures, policies, charters, and oversight processes; ensures compliance with applicable laws and statutes; assesses technology risks; and supports the monitoring and response to compliance-related issues. The role requires balancing hands-on technical architecture responsibilities with strategic governance, risk management, and collaboration across the organization to maintain a secure and compliant security posture.

Additionally, the Cybersecurity Architect functions as a senior escalation point and operational lead for security engineering projects, providing advanced design, deployment, and troubleshooting expertise; leading Agile and DevOps workflows; and collaborating across technical and functional teams to integrate security into systems, processes, and decision-making.

Essential Position Functions:

• Security Architecture and Engineering

  • Provide engineering design, analysis, deployments, and configuration management of security systems and applications, including network security appliances and host-based security systems.

  • Design, develop, and implement security architectures that meet business requirements.

  • Collaborate with internal and external teams and business partners to ensure that security is integrated into the evaluation, selection, design, installation, configuration, and testing processes for hardware, software, and cloud products.

  • Perform system security deployments on designated technology platforms, including operating systems, applications, and network security devices, according to defined policies and industry best practices.

• Cybersecurity Governance, Compliance, Frameworks, and Policies

  • Design, implement, and maintain an enterprise cybersecurity governance framework aligned with organizational goals and recognized frameworks.

  • Lead development and maintenance of cybersecurity policies, charters, and governance documentation.

  • Establish and support cybersecurity governance structures and committees to enhance oversight and risk management.

  • Ensure alignment between governance, operational practices, and technical implementation.

  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and statutory requirements, organizational cybersecurity standards, and student privacy protections.

  • Architect and engineer systems to detect, monitor, and respond to compliance issues, including unauthorized technology use.

• Agile Leadership and Project Execution

  • Lead DevOps projects and security engineering sprints, including facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

  • Define and document technical requirements by writing Epics, Features, and User Stories for the architecture and engineering teams.

  • Collaborate with Security Engineers to refine backlog items, ensuring clear acceptance criteria and alignment with technical roadmaps.

  • Coordinate resources and manage project timelines to ensure the timely delivery of security infrastructure improvements.

• Risk Management and Third-Party Technology Oversight

  • Assess technology risks, system changes, and third-party solutions to determine appropriate controls.

  • Provide architectural guidance to ensure third-party systems meet governance, policy, and statutory expectations.

• Operational Support and Leadership

  • Assists and trains team members in the use of security tools, prepares security reports, and resolves security issues.

  • Participates in the On-Call rotation for after-hours support.

  • Technical experience in design and troubleshooting Internet services, including, but not limited to, DNS, LDAP, FTP, HTTP, and Web services, SMTP, and POP protocols.

  • Participates in a designated Queue Duty rotation to manage operational escalations, review ticket queues, and unblock delivery teams

• Collaboration, Mentorship, and Stakeholder Support

  • Serve as subject-matter expert on cybersecurity governance, compliance, and architecture.

  • Collaborate across IT, GRC, and engineering teams to embed security into system development lifecycle activities.

  • Mentor cybersecurity personnel and cross-functional teams on governance and architecture best practices.

• Strategy, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement

  • Stay informed on evolving cybersecurity technologies, frameworks, and statutory requirements.

  • Evaluate new technologies to support secure, compliant adoption.

  • Support alignment of cybersecurity objectives with organizational goals.

• Operational Excellence and Professional Responsibilities

  • Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits, including meeting deadlines, coordinating resources effectively, and consistently demonstrating professionalism and respect.

  • Contribute to performance goals and targets, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with cybersecurity objectives.

  • All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established.

(These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.)

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent relevant experience.

• One or more certifications, such as CISSP, GSEC, CEH, or CISM, are preferred.

• Agile or Project Management certifications are a plus.

Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture, design, or cybersecurity governance roles with responsibility for secure system planning and oversight.

• At least 5 years of hands-on engineering or senior information technology architecture experience supporting enterprise-class environments, including network security and Windows/Linux server operating systems, while leading projects within Agile and DevOps frameworks.

• Demonstrated expertise in designing and securing complex hybrid environments, with a minimum of 3 years working in Public Cloud architectures, including IaaS, PaaS, or SaaS.

• Experience in K-12 education, government, or other regulated industries is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's):

• Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity governance and architecture frameworks, including NIST CSF 2.0.

• Strong understanding of risk management, threat and vulnerability management, incident response, and identity and access management.

• Ability to design, implement, and manage identity, monitoring, and other security technologies with strong supporting documentation.

• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Knowledge of IT infrastructure, including routers, switches, servers, virtualization, cloud platforms, and networking protocols.

• Proficiency with scripting tools such as PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar.

• Familiarity with K-12 and other regulated privacy expectations, including student data protection, secure digital learning environments, FERPA, COPPA, and CIPA.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives in a dynamic, high-demand environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build consensus and collaborate across cross-functional teams.

• High level of interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach across technical and non-technical departments.

• Strong customer-service orientation, ensuring stakeholder needs are addressed with clarity and professionalism.

• Well-developed organizational skills with proven ability to manage documentation, details, and follow-through effectively.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Skilled in data analysis and interpretation, including compiling, categorizing, prioritizing, and synthesizing information to support decision-making.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Team member carries out essential job functions with accuracy, engages in ongoing and relevant professional learning, applies new knowledge effectively, and demonstrates mastery of job-specific skills

PRODUCTIVITY

Team member produces high quality work, meets organizational and departmental deadlines, balances multiple responsibilities, manages time effectively, and seeks ways to improve processes and productivity

COMMUNICATION

Team member communicates clearly in written and verbal formats, collaborates effectively, demonstrates professionalism in all interactions, exhibits strong interpersonal skills, and contributes to a positive team and professional community

CUSTOMER FOCUS

Team member addresses the needs of internal and external customers, analyzes problems effectively, contributes to innovative solutions, seeks opportunities for improvement, and successfully adapts to change

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Frequency of travel: Occasional travel is required for meetings, training, and conferences; location may vary and may require overnight stays

• Light physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)