Solution Architect in Columbus

Job DescriptionJob Description

Manifest Solutions is currently seeking a Solution Architect for a position in Columbus, OH.

Defines/executes the architecture vision, strategy, and capability roadmaps for:

• management
• Authentication and Authorization
• Directory Services and single sign on
• Threat and Vulnerability Management
• System Audit
• Security Architecture Assurance
• Availability
• Asset (Information) Protection
• Fraud Prevention, Detection and Response
• Integrated Governance, Compliance and Risk Management

Responsibilities

• Creates and/or evolves the Security architecture function/program
• Identifies and analyzes the Security business drivers to develop Security architecture requirements
• Analyzes technology industry and market trends and determines potential impact upon security
• Develops the Security architecture governance structure based on business and IT strategies
• Implements Security architecture and ongoing refinement activities
• Develops and executes a communication plan (including education) for Security architecture standards
• Acts as a sounding board for IT and business leaders in the development of solutions for Security needs
• Builds and manages relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to effectively socialize and manage the Enterprise Security Architecture
• Partners with Operations teams on long-term solutions including Incident and Problem Management. Partner on performance issues as necessary, providing technical architecture leadership
• Partners with operations technology teams on strategies and approaches on securing control and SCADA networks
• Partners with physical (corporate) security teams and act as liaison between teams
• Works collaboratively with IT operations team, service providers and local, state and federal agencies during incident response
• May take on a Project Leader role for special enterprise-wide assignments
• Drives future state of Cyber Security and Compliance Technologies
• Effective Security management processes and tools that protect the IT environment
• Publishes and effectively uses Security Architecture standards, frameworks, patterns and procedures
• Best practices for Security management incorporated into the software development lifecycle
• Clear and effective communications of Security outcomes and processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical (Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline) or related area of study or equivalent combination of education and/or relevant work experience
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Information Technology and/or experience in Security capabilities
• Competency in Security practices across Business, Application, Information and Technical Architecture
• Experience developing future state architectures and a practical roadmap to get there
• Leadership in the space of information/data management, master data management data warehousing and business intelligence
• Working knowledge of NIST, CIP, NERC, FERC and other energy industry security stands and best practices
• Security certifications strongly
• Strong communication, influence and negotiation skills
• Ability to self-prioritize work effectively
• Open to extensive travel on short notice

Additional Qualifications

• Working knowledge of business process re-engineering
• Experience with legacy and new computing architectures
• Experience developing multi-year strategic IT plans
• Experience applying ITIL
• Experience managing an effective reuse program across the enterprise
• Experience with managing service providers

\nCompany Description

Manifest offers competitive compensation with flexible employment status, comprehensive insurance package, company paid holidays, vacation, and sick time, referral bonuses and a flexible schedule in a family atmosphere.

For over 25 years Manifest Solutions has been providing intelligent and value-added IT solutions for our clients.

Company DescriptionManifest offers competitive compensation with flexible employment status, comprehensive insurance package, company paid holidays, vacation, and sick time, referral bonuses and a flexible schedule in a family atmosphere.\r\n\r\nFor over 25 years Manifest Solutions has been providing intelligent and value-added IT solutions for our clients.