Location: The Woodlands
Company: Entergy
MS, or Little Rock AR; Other locations within Entergy’s service territory may be considered Job Summary The Zero Trust Security Architect utilizes their knowledge of IT and Cybersecurity engineering to lead and/or participate in the development of assigned projects or solutions.
The Zero Trust Security Architect focuses on implementing security requirements for assigned projects and solutions while maintaining compliance with internal and externals policies and regulations. The Zero Trust Security Architect works closely with the Enterprise Security Architect to ensure projects and solutions are consistent with Entergy’s Information Security strategy and roadmap. The Zero Trust Security
Architect provides clear and concise direction to project stakeholders and acts as the “face” of information security for those teams. Key Responsibilities Zero Trust Architect will plan, manage, and coordinate the complex cybersecurity governance activities requiring multi-disciplinary collaboration.
Experience with System Maturity Model. Participate, lead, and jointly deliver security evaluation reports on cloud providers , cloud native platforms (PCF, Docker, Kubernetes, etc. ), and Software as a Service solutions Zero Trust Knowledge of NIST guidelines and compliance requirements. Provide domain expertise in both public and private cloud and enterprise technology Continually evaluate
new threats in the cloud, to identify the impact on IT and Business to develop and implement security controls Knowledge and experience using relevant cybersecurity and analysis tools.
Utilize Information Security reference architectures to develop secure solutions and designs for projects Provide input to policies, procedures, standards, processes, and templates that are consistent with the Cybersecurity strategy and roadmap Participate in security and non-security projects to ensure that security requirements are defined and implemented Perform backssments and threat modeling of existing and emerging technologies to ensure they meet Entergy security and compliance requirements Evangelize and advocate for information security with stakeholders Monitor emerging trends in Information Security and technology and make or suggest changes to Entergy’s security posture as necessary Education needed Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems, engineering or a related discipline or equivalent work experience.
Master’s degree is a plus. Experience needed Security Architect Sr : 5+ years of full-time dedicated experience in Cloud Security roles focused on delivering security on cloud native, distributed architectural solutions in complex environments Security Architect : 3+ years of full-time dedicated experience in Cloud Security roles focused on delivering security on cloud native, distributed architectural solutions in complex environments Experience in defining security standards and reference architectures used to guide technical resources in secure system implementation and configuration for enterprise systems Familiarity with predominant public cloud providers Understanding of Industry trends in Zero Trust Identity Experience working with outsourced teams Experience in working in partnership with colleagues throughout the enterprise Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities needed Familiarity with technologies commonly utilized within an enterprise IT and OT environment Zero Trust Knowledge of NIST guidelines and compliance requirements.
Strong knowledge of multiple information security domains with an emphasis in Cloud services Operating systems (nix, Windows, IOS, etc. ) Networking and network security APIs Secure coding/application security Vulnerability Management SIEM Identity and Access Management Penetration testing Scripting (Python, Power Shell, Perl, etc. ) Security process and control development Endpoint protection technology OT systems and protocols Smart Grid technology Some knowledge of IT Security regulations and guidance such as NIST, FISMA & ISO27001 Technical knowledge of complex enterprise IT systems.
Familiarity with The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF), Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Open Security Architecture, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cloud Computing Reference Architecture, or other architecture frameworks Able to be hands-on with technical engineering and process management skills and the ability to advocate positive transformation within the broader information technology organization Able to design & develop reference architectures Able to design and develop an API based services layer for consistent integration with the security systems Knowledge of security, risk, and control frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001 and 27002, SANS-CAG, NIST, FISMA, COBIT, COSO and ITIL Strong writing and analytic ability Strong ability to communicate across the enterprise concisely and effectively Available to travel Self-motivated, with the ability to manage and follow up on multiple tasks simultaneously Capable of meeting deadlines Organizational and time management skills Certifications ISACA or ISC2 certification, such as CISSP, CISM, CISA are a plus OSCP is a plus Relevant vendor credentials offered by companies are a plus #LI-JL1 #LI-HYBRID Primary Location: Texas - The Woodlands Texas : The Woodlands Arkansas : Little Rock Louisiana : New Orleans Mississippi : Jackson Texas : Houston Job Function : Professional FLSA Status : Professional Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered Union description/code : NON BARGAINING UNIT Number of Openings : 1 Req ID: 113687 Travel Percentage : Up to 25% An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.
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