Engineer; Cloud Systems or Architect, Cloud Systems GCP (Google Cloud Professional) (SME) PlanIT Group
Reston, VA5 days ago
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Skills
- Address Managementunmatched
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)unmatched
- Applications Securityunmatched
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
- Cloud Applicationsunmatched
- Cloud Architectureunmatched
- Cloud Computingunmatched
- Computer Scienceunmatched
- Computer Securityunmatched
- Consultingunmatched
- Cost Controlunmatched
- Data Warehousing Applicationsunmatched
- ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
- Emerging Technologyunmatched
- Entertainment and Mediaunmatched
- Entrepreneurshipunmatched
- ISO (International Organization for Standardization)unmatched
- Incident Responseunmatched
- Industry Standardsunmatched
- Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
- Information Technology Consultingunmatched
- Information/Data Security (InfoSec)unmatched
- Internet Applicationunmatched
- Internet Securityunmatched
- Intrusion Detection Systemsunmatched
- Intrusion Detection and Prevention (IDP)unmatched
- Leadershipunmatched
- Maintain Complianceunmatched
- Metricsunmatched
- Microsoft Windows Azureunmatched
- Network Architecture/Engineeringunmatched
- Penetration Testingunmatched
- Regulatory Complianceunmatched
- Risk Analysisunmatched
- Risk Managementunmatched
- Risk Management Framework (RMF)unmatched
- Security Architectureunmatched
- Security Complianceunmatched
- Security Consultingunmatched
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)unmatched
- Strategic Planningunmatched
- Technical Analysisunmatched
- Technical Leadershipunmatched
- Technical Supportunmatched
- Telecommunicationsunmatched
- U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)unmatched
- User Documentationunmatched
- Vulnerability Scannersunmatched
Description
Job Description:
Short Description: Cloud Solutions Architect
Complete Description:
Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Cybersecurity Architect / Strategic Consultant to lead and guide the development, implementation, and evolution of customer cybersecurity strategy. This role demands a deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, emerging technologies, and technical security controls and architecture. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor to senior leadership, aligning cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives to safeguard organizational assets and reputation.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning and Advisory:
- Develop and refine the organization’s cybersecurity strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
- Provide expert guidance on implementing industry-standard security program frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.
- Identify emerging threats and recommend proactive technical measures to mitigate risks.
- Design and enablement of cyber controls functions and processes based on CMMC / NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53
Risk Management:
- Familiarity with risk management frameworks like NIST RMF, ISO 27005, and FAIR.
- Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending remediation strategies.
- Develop and maintain a robust risk management program to address both IT and operational risks.
- Implement technical solutions to manage and monitor risk effectively, including vulnerability management tools.
Technical Oversight
- Design and validate secure network architectures, focusing on principles such as Zero Trust and least privilege.
- Evaluate and implement advanced security technologies, including EDR, SIEM, DLP, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
- Provide hands-on technical assessments of infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments to ensure security compliance.
- Oversee penetration testing activities and ensure identified vulnerabilities are remediated.
Policy and Governance
- Lead the development and enforcement of cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
- Establish metrics and reporting mechanisms to measure the effectiveness of cybersecurity initiatives.
- Support incident response planning and governance, ensuring technical readiness for potential breaches.
Cloud and Emerging Technologies
- Provide technical guidance on securing multi-cloud environments, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
- Evaluate and implement cloud-native security tools, such as CSPM, CIEM, and workload protection platforms.
- Advise on emerging technologies like AI and ML, focusing on their application in threat detection and response.
Incident Response and Threat Intelligence
- Develop and oversee technical aspects of the incident response plan, ensuring readiness for real-world threats.
- Leverage threat intelligence platforms to proactively identify and address potential vulnerabilities.
- Coordinate with SOC teams to fine-tune detection rules and improve response times.
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in information security.
- Proven experience with NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, and NIST 800-171 frameworks.
- Proven track record of developing and executing cybersecurity strategies for organizations of varying sizes and industries.
- Hands-on experience with risk assessments, compliance audits, and incident response planning.
- Prior role as a Sr. Security Consultant, Security Architect, or similar position is highly desirable
Certifications:
Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, OSCP, CEH, or GSEC).
Skills:
· Experience in Information Security. Required 15 Years
· Proven experience with NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, and NIST 800-171 frameworks. Required
· Proven track record of developing and executing cybersecurity strategies for organizations of varying sizes and industries. Required
· Hands-on experience with risk assessments, compliance audits, and incident response planning. Required
· Proficiency with technical tools such as vulnerability scanners, SIEM platforms, and EDR solutions. Required
· Expertise in cloud security, Zero Trust architecture, and emerging technologies. Required
· Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, OSCP, CEH, or GSEC). Required
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Required
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $140.00 - $160.00 per hour
About Us
AHU Technologies INC. is an IT consulting and permanent staffing firm that meets and exceeds the evolving IT service needs of leading corporations within the United States. We have been providing IT solutions to customers from different industry sectors, helping them control costs and release internal resources to focus on strategic issues.
AHU Technologies INC. was co-founded by visionary young techno-commercial entrepreneurs who remain as our principal consultants. Maintaining working relationships with a cadre of other highly skilled independent consultants, we have a growing number of resources available for development projects. We are currently working on Various projects such as media entertainment, ERP Solutions, data warehousing, Web Applications, Telecommunications and medical to our clients all over the world.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Washington, District of Columbia |
| Salary | $140–$160 Per Hour |
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