Cybersecurity Technology Architect

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Cybersecurity Technology Architect to join their team! This position is located in Oakland, California.

Core Responsibilities

• Liaison between the company’s Cybersecurity Department and regulatory agencies
• Participate/lead steering committees for key security committees
• Lead large enterprise-wide cybersecurity programs/initiatives
• Provide strategic guidance/direction for development of the operating plan and budget
• Lead large enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy roadmaps
• Oversee detailed living risk portfolio describing the overall aggregated risk posture of each business unit
• Evaluate AI/ML models for algorithmic bias, data leakage, adversarial attacks (e.g., prompt injection), and structural integrity before and after deployment
• Ensure AI tools adhere to emerging global governance frameworks, such as the NIST AI Risk Management Framework
• Collaborate with legal teams to establish usage policies and create "harm taxonomies" that predict and prevent potential misuse of frontier AI models
• Conduct consequence-based risk assessments on Industrial Control Systems (ICS), SCADA systems, and PLCs to uncover vulnerabilities
• Develop and implement OT-specific security policies aligned with standards like NIST 800-82

Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, IT, critical infrastructure, intelligence, or related disciplines
• Experience leading enterprise cybersecurity programs and strategic initiatives
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance
• Experience with Operational Technology (OT), Industrial Control Systems (ICS), SCADA, or PLC security
• Experience implementing security frameworks such as NIST and ISO standards
• Strong understanding of AI security, AI governance, or machine learning risk management
• Excellent communication, leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
• One or more industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, GIAC, Cisco Security, Microsoft Security, or equivalent

Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves)

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• Utility, energy, or critical infrastructure industry experience
• Experience with NERC CIP compliance and OT security programs
• Knowledge of AI governance frameworks including the NIST AI Risk Management Framework
• Experience with enterprise risk management and executive reporting
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or CISA

Key Competencies & Behaviors

• Strategic Leadership
• Risk Management
• Cybersecurity Governance
• AI Security & Governance
• Operational Technology (OT) Security
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

About KellyMitchell

We are a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We serve Fortune 500 companies nationwide and are passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.

Work Environment

Location: Oakland, CA

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $70.00 and $80.00 per hour. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

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