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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced Information Security Architect to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, building, testing, and implementing security systems within our IT network. A deep understanding of network infrastructure and network hardware is required. Also, the ability to design and implement security systems and redundant backups to protect the integrity of the network is essential. The Information Security Architect will also be involved in creating and maintaining security policies, performing vulnerability and risk assessments, and managing security breach incidents. This role requires a strong analytical mind, detailed knowledge of security protocols, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Responsibilities
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- Implementing security systems and protocols
- Performing vulnerability and risk assessments
- Managing security breach incidents
- Creating and maintaining security policies
- Testing the security of IT systems
- Training staff on network and information security
- Monitoring network traffic for unusual activity
- Configuring security systems, analyzing security requirements, and recommending improvements
- Maintaining an information security risk register and assisting with internal and external audits
Requirements
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- Proven experience as a Security Architect
- Detailed technical knowledge of database and operating system security
- Hands-on experience in security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, authentication systems, log management, and content filtering
- Knowledge of risk assessment tools, technologies, and methods
- Experience designing secure networks, systems, and application architectures
- Professional security management certification, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Knowledge of disaster recovery, computer forensic tools, technologies, and methods
- Experience planning, researching, and developing security policies, standards, and procedures
- Ability to communicate network security issues to peers and management
Potential interview questions
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- How do you approach a risk assessment for potential security threats?
- Can you give an example of a security breach you managed and how you handled it?
- What security certifications do you hold and why did you choose them?
- How do you stay updated on the latest industry security standards and protocols?