Security Architect - Wilkes Barre, PA (18701)

Overview Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies.

We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers.

Our companies are all rated A+ Superior by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway group one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country.

Our vision is to be a leading small business insurance provider nationwide.

Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company's success is grounded in our core values: accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity.

We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path! Benefits: We are an equal opportunity employer that strives to maintain a work environment that is welcoming and enriching for all.

You'll be surprised by all we have to offer! Competitive compensation Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment 401K retirement plan with company match Enjoy generous paid time off to support your work-life balance plus 9 paid holidays Up to 6 weeks of parental and bonding leave Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment, receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation) Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement And much more!

Responsibilities The Security Architect will be responsible for designing and evaluating the security infrastructure of our organization.

This role requires a deep understanding of security principles, technologies, and best practices to protect our systems and data from threats.

Key

Responsibilities: Create a Secure Environment Design and implement robust security architectures for cloud environments.

Evaluate and improve existing security measures with a focus on cloud infrastructure.

Ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of cloud-based systems and data.

Tool Selection Research and select appropriate security tools and technologies to protect cloud environments.

Implement and integrate security tools into existing cloud infrastructure.

Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of security tools and make recommendations for updates or replacements.

Secure Development Ensure that secure development practices and patterns are followed across all cloud-based applications.

Collaborate with development teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle.

Collaborate with Development to develop and implement best practices for security code reviews and provide guidance on secure coding practices.

Compliance Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards (ISO, NIST, GDPR, NYDFS 500) and regulatory requirements.

Monitor changes in regulations and adjust security practices as necessary.

Prepare and maintain documentation related to security compliance.

Monitoring and Response Assist in monitoring cloud environments for security events and incidents.

Respond to security incidents and provide thorough analysis and documentation.

Implement strategies for proactive threat detection and response.

Security Improvement Identify opportunities for improving overall security posture and implement improvements.

Conduct regular security assessments and audits.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive security initiatives.

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Proven experience as a Security Architect or similar role.

In-depth knowledge of security protocols, cryptography, and security frameworks.

Experience with security tools and technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint protection.

Strong understanding of network architecture and security controls.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are a plus.

Cloud experience is a requirement.

Microsoft Azure experience is preferred.

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