Position Overview

Our client is seeking a highly experienced IT Security Architect IV to lead the development and documentation of System Security Plans (SSPs) for enterprise applications and suppliers. This role focuses on conducting comprehensive security assessments, ensuring compliance with NIST 800-53 and COV SEC530, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to identify risks and implement effective mitigation strategies. This is a key role in enhancing security controls across critical enterprise systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• * Develop SSPs: Create comprehensive System Security Plans (SSPs) by gathering and analyzing data from various business units and suppliers.
• * Stakeholder Interviews: Conduct interviews with key stakeholders to assess system operations, security requirements, and components.
• * Security Assessments: Review and analyze responses to security control questions, identifying gaps and recommending appropriate remediation strategies.
• * Compliance Monitoring: Ensure alignment with COV SEC530 and NIST 800-53 standards to maintain security and regulatory compliance.
• * Documentation: Prepare detailed documentation of security controls, vulnerabilities, and risk assessments.
• * Risk Mitigation Guidance: Provide strategic recommendations and guidance to address risks and improve organizational security postures.
• * Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with teams across business units to address and resolve security compliance needs.

Must-Have Qualifications

• * Experience: Minimum of 7+ years in senior IT security roles with proven expertise in security architecture design and implementation.
• * System Security Plans: At least 5 years of experience writing SSPs and performing security assessments.
• * Compliance Expertise: 4+ years of experience with NIST 800-53 and compliance frameworks.
• * Risk Management Knowledge: Strong knowledge of risk management processes, security controls, and compliance strategies.
• * Project Management Skills: Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently with minimal oversight.
• * Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• * Additional certifications related to security architecture or compliance frameworks.
• * Hands-on experience implementing advanced risk mitigation strategies.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Rate: $49–$52/hour or approximately $97,760 - $108,160 annually based on experience.

• * Opportunity to work in a collaborative, security-focused environment.
• * Gain exposure to enterprise security frameworks and complex enterprise-level systems.
• * Engage with diverse business units to strengthen risk management and compliance strategies.