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Job Descriptions :
The Senior Network Security Architect will assume a leadership role in the research, analysis, design, implementation, testing, and troubleshooting of cybersecurity solutions in large and complex data networks in support of Smart Grid client systems.
Their role is to research, analyze, design, implement, test, and troubleshoot these solutions in large and complex networks to support Smart Grid client systems.
This individual will be responsible for initiating the development and design of foundational solutions, enhancements or additions to existing security infrastructure including possible configuration and implementation of those solutions for utility clients.
Key Responsibilities :
Responsible for the system development and infrastructure units in identifying security risks and the appropriate controls for day-to-day network operation, and creation of end-to-end application security policies on Smart Grid networks.
Interact with technical and non-technical clients to complete current and future communication needs.
Provide direct implementation and design recommendations and techniques for common cybersecurity tools and appliances. e.
g. packet sniffers, firewalls, ACL management, IDS, Event Management and Correlation systems, secure remote connectivity, etc.
Provide subject matter expertise and technology support for all projects and application related Information Security needs and security compliance efforts.
Develop training materials for general security awareness and specific security technology training and Mentor others on the Telecommunication team.
Understand, advocate, and support OT Security strategies.
Lead development of Utility Smart Grid Security standards and deployment practices.
Required Skills :
Typically, a minimum of 10+ years in Information Technology and Information Security experience as a Security Engineer or Network Security Architect.
Desired Skills :
Typically, a minimum of 10+ years in Information Technology and Information Security experience as a Security Engineer or Network Security Architect.
Experience gathering requirements from different business units, stakeholders and engineering teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills toward both technical and non-technical audiences.
Must be able to demonstrate understanding of cybersecurity related protocols, their operation, behavior, configuration and trouble-shooting.
Thorough understanding of cybersecurity architecture best-practices, interactions and impact regarding permiter protections, firewalls, intrusion detection, IDS, HIDS, access controls, etc.
Advanced knowledge of common networking protocols and encryption services and their relevant security issues (TCIP / IP, DNS, SNMP, 802.1x, SSL, IPSEC, etc.).
Working knowledge of access and directory systems such as Active Directory, Radius, authentication and identity certificates and key exchange, etc.
Advanced knowledge of data classification and its impact on the security design of networking solutions.
Experience with security policy development and impact upon data networking infrastructure planning and deployment
Understanding of and experience with industry and regulatory frameworks and standards, including but not limited to : NIST, ISO 27000 series, and Top 20 Critical Security Controls (CSC).
Understanding of security auditing practices for network infrastructures.
Understanding of cybersecurity team operations and management as it relates to effective design and deployment of security solutions.
Experience automating tasks common to security posture evaluation such as Regular Expressions, Perl, Excel macros, etc.
Experience determining and documenting engineering and security system requirements and standards which support large-scale complex data networks.
Experience in penetration testing and reporting including log analysis, etc.
Possess recognized industry cybersecurity and network engineering certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, CRISC, CHFI, COMP TIA Security+, SANS GSEC, etc.).
Advanced working experience in the field of Cyber Security, SCADA, automation, and system integration.
Experience working with NERC CIP and / or FERC compliance regulations.
Desired Education :
BS degree in Information Security / Computer Science / Electronics and Engineering / Information Technology.
