Security Architect

NABP is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that aims to ensure the public's health and safety through working with its member state boards of pharmacy. The Association is an equal opportunity employer. We offer rewarding opportunities for professionals from a variety of backgrounds, including pharmacy-focused, information technology, communications, and more.

Security Architect Apply Status:

Exempt Location:

Hybrid work model

Salary:

$165,000 - $180,000 As the Security Architect, you will be responsible for implementing the Information Security infrastructure for the Association by determining security requirements; planning, implementing, and testing security systems; and preparing security standards, policies, and procedures. Job Description General Responsibilities Plans, researches, designs, and implements security architecture for IT systems with a focus on AWS cloud environments. Anticipates possible security threats and identifies areas of weakness. Reviews current system security measures and recommends, designs, and implements enhancements. Plans and executes company-wide security policy and culture change towards attaining security compliances like NIST-800 and/or SOC2. Documents, implements, and monitors the execution of security policies, processes, and procedures as part of an Information Security Management System (ISMS). Conducts regular system tests and ensures continuous monitoring of environments. Develops project timelines for ongoing system upgrades and security initiatives. Establishes, tests, and evolves disaster recovery procedures. Promptly responds to all security incidents and potential breaches and provides thorough post-event analyses. Cultivates a culture of security awareness, and arranges continuing reviews of security related topics, processes, and procedures to ensure all personnel are aware of and always adhere to security policies. Determines security protocol by evaluating business strategies and requirements. Updates job knowledge by tracking and understanding emerging security practices and standards. Job Requirements Master's degree (or its foreign degree equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering (any field), or a related quantitative discipline. Security certifications like CISA are preferred. 7 or more years in the IT architecture or information security field with progressing levels of enterprise level accountability. Extensive experience in information security and/or IT risk management with a focus on security, performance, and reliability. Experience designing and implementing security solutions and security best practices for AWS environments. Understanding of security protocols, cryptography, authentication, authorization, and cybersecurity. At least 5 years of experience with these specific skills: Data Protection Container Security Micro-services Infrastructure/endpoint security Data Services Cloud Computing Security Architecture SDLC Application Security API Security Vulnerability Management Edge Device Security Any suitable combination of education, training and/or experience is acceptable. Good working knowledge of current IT risks. Ability to interact with a broad cross-section of personnel to explain and enforce security measures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as business acumen and a commercial outlook. Health Care Benefits Medical insurance (BCBS IL PPO) Dental insurance (MetLife) Vision insurance (MetLife) Health Reimbursement Account for medical insurance (Flexible Benefits) Short-term and long-term disability (MetLife) Added Compensation Benefits 401(k) match and discretionary contribution (Principal Financial) Life insurance and supplemental life insurance (MetLife) Annual opportunity in NABP's incentive compensation policy for qualifying employees Flexible Work 35-hour weekly hybrid schedule 3 days at home and 2 days at Headquarters in Mount Prospect, IL each week Paid Time Off Paid time off provided for vacation, personal, and sick days Professional Development Annual professional development training funds to participate in trainings, seminars, and workshops Apply Now To apply please email the following information to hr@nabp.pharmacy. Your resume Salary expectations No phone calls, please. Employees are eligible for benefits on the first of the following month after their start date. 401k enrollment occurs quarterly. Our benefits are subject to change annually during open enrollment.