Hi, My name is Steve Kapoor and I am a Sr. Recruitment Consultant at ARK Solutions. We have an excellent job opportunity with one of our client. If you are available and interested in the below opportunity, please send me a copy of your updated resume along with your contact details Job Title Security Architect Job Location Bethesda, MD Duration 6 Months+ with possible convert for Contract to Hire. US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are able to sponsor H1B at this time. Job Description Develops security architectures that protect corporate assets including applications, infrastructure and data. Uses a broad and deep understanding of Cloud, Web, Mobile, and API security threats and vulnerabilities along with existing and emerging architectures and tools. Minimum Qualifications 7+ years of increasing responsibility in the development and delivery of web, mobile, and API security architectures 4+ years of experience of defining and implementing PII or PCI compliant security architectures 2+ years of experience defining public, private, and hybrid cloud-based security models Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated ability to develop and influence the adoption of a multi-year security strategy Demonstrated effective and strong written and verbal communication skills Experience in developing security architecture, frameworks, design patterns, and best practices. Experience with Private, Public, and Hybrid Cloud security models and architectures Experience with Cloud Security tooling (workload protection, audit and monitoring, Anti-Malware, CASB, etc.) Experience with the Devops methodology for applications and IT infrastructure delivery. Experience securing containerized environments (Kubernetes, OpenShift) Experience securing virtualized environments to include virtual machines, networks, etc. Experience in evaluating for and recommending security controls for a variety of IT solutions and architectures. Experience in creating and implementing information security policy and procedure. Experience in application and information system threat modeling. Experience in performing risk-based analysis (quantifiable and qualifiable) and vulnerabilitythreat analysis. Experience in developing technology roadmaps and strategies. Ability to create constructive relationships, influence, and communicate (to project team, IT management, and non-technical staff). Ability to lead complex, cross-functional problem-solving initiatives. Experience in researching emerging technologies and trends, standards, and products Demonstrates expertise in the payment and security space, including Credit Card processing, ACH processing, EMV, PA-DSS, PCI-DSS, E2EE, P2PE, MerchantAcquirer, ISO 8583, payment aggregation, fraudcharge back issues and other emerging payment systems. Certification in Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Cloud Computing Security Professional (CCSP) or Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) Regards, Steve Kapoor Sr. Technical Recruitment Consultant Direct (703) 388 9561 Phone (703) 665 1225 Ext 227 Email