Description
My client based in Sunbury requires a Security Solutions Architect.
Position Overview
Reporting into the project manager this role will support design and implementation of an enterprise network monitoring solution for Process Control Networks. The Security Solution Architect will have responsibility for the solution architecture (both functional and technical). He/She will also be accountable for all the process related aspects of architecture, which include formal engagement with the project manager, project lead architect, and the project team members, adoption-of and compliance-with the Architecture Common Process (Architecture Quality Plans, Design Reviews, etc.) and the delivery of all the required architecture artefacts.
Essential Job Functions
- Responsible for the high and low level architecture design and implementation.
- Responsible for the creation of the architecture quality plan which defines the content, scope and objectives of the architecture activities for the project.
- Creates all conceptual, logical, and physical architecture deliverables documented and agreed to in the architecture quality plan.
- Produce and maintain all architecture artifacts including vision, principles, constraints, standards, high and low level design etc.
- Ensure that organizational standards, security solutions/methods and architectures are followed to mitigate security risks.
- Work with the Business Analyst to develop and/or modify operational processes to ensure that the solution and services that are being implemented operates effectively.
- Ensure that proposed high level and low level designs adequately mitigate identified information risks.
- Act as the central point of contact for any technical issues within the project.
- Interface with architecture, network, operations and business stakeholders to ensure that proposed designs address organisational needs.
- Build effective partnerships with vendors, peer architects, DS&R teams and Operational Service lines.
- Support the review of new technologies relevant to the activity being undertaken, assess their impact on the solution architecture, evaluate any business need for use within IT&S/Security and support their introduction.
- Work with the technical engineers during the full implementation life cycle and help validate and install the solution.
Background/skills
- Must have minimum of 6 years' experience working for a global fortune 100 company within network or solutions delivery team.
- Must have a full appreciation and/or worked within a global operation's team.
- In depth knowledge of networking devices such as Firewalls, Proxy Servers, Routers, Switches, TAPs etc.
- In depth knowledge of networking protocols HTTP, VOIP, TCP/IP, NAT'ing etc.
- Good understanding of network cabling eg copper, fiber and their characteristics.
- Hold CCNA, CCNP, CCIE or similar Network/Security certification.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills across multiple IT disciplines.
- Good working knowledge of ITIL principles.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills.
- Ability to analyse complex technical issues and provide options to overcome challenges.
- Support teams of individuals from different organizations and skill levels.
- Must be a self-starter with the ability and drive to own and deliver a project work package within minimum guidance and support.
Other Skills/Abilities
- TOGAF certification preferred
- Knowledge and experience with industrial control systems
- This is an ideal role for someone who wants to increase their knowledge in the security field by implementing cutting edge of Cyber Security tools.