Benefits :
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with substantial company match
- Life and travel insurance
- Tuition assistance
- Wellness reimbursement program
- Paid holidays and vacation
What is a Security Architect? We are seeking a diligent and experienced Security Architect to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting Central Hudson's efforts to assess, design, and support delivery of secure solutions to ensure resilient and safe energy delivery to the Hudson Valley. This will include architecting complex solutions, providing demonstrations and presentations, leading technical discussions, and supporting other technical stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of modern security principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and vendors alike.
What does a Security Architect do? Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Supports product and platform technical security review to validate design
- Designs and architects secure network and system environments to protect from modern cyber threats
- Plans and maintains a cybersecurity architecture framework to ensure consistent standards are applied across all technology projects
- Plans, creates, and maintains detailed cybersecurity design and architecture documentation to guide implementation and maintenance efforts
- Performs Zero Trust security readiness assessments
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to support security awareness and integrate security considerations into the architecture of new and existing systems
- Partners with engineering and product owners to ensure business requirements are supported by corresponding security and technical requirements
- Evaluates and recommends new security technologies and enhancements to improve overall enterprise security
- Cultivated positive and collaborative relationships with vendors to continue supporting improvements in the cybersecurity community
- Provides storm/emergency response support
What does it take to be a Security Architect? Required: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field of study. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an associate degree in the aforementioned fields and 3+ years of relevant experience or a high school diploma or equivalency degree and 5+ years of relevant experience will be considered
- Strong understanding of zero trust, hybrid cloud security architecture, and software architecture best practices and principles
- Understanding of NIST security controls and practical delivery methods
- Proficiency in conducting solution architecture security review, developing risk mitigation strategies, and evaluating technical components of vendor agreements
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify, assess, and prioritize effectively
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse teams, and communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
- Ability to work with limited direct supervision and professionally respond to constructive feedback
- Valid driver's license
Preferred: - Three years of experience in security architecting, system administration or similar
- Experience in Energy & Utilities or services industry
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GIAC family, or comparable
Applications will be accepted until
January 16, 2025 .
This position has a career path which allows for advancement opportunities within a job series. The title and level are commensurate with experience. Pay range: $71,900 - $168,700
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy-related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
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Look to Central Hudson for an environment that fosters teamwork, safety awareness and impeccable customer service. We are committed to educational development, employee satisfaction and a diverse workforce. We also have a strong belief in and long history of promoting from within. Our employees enjoy numerous opportunities for transition and growth throughout their careers.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, health benefits, 401K plan with substantial company match, tuition assistance, wellness reimbursement, life insurance, and paid holidays and vacation.