Network Security Architect (Hybrid)

Responsibilities

The Network Security Architect defines, designs, and governs enterprise network security architectures that support business objectives, technology modernization initiatives, and risk management requirements, collaborating with IT teams, business stakeholders, partners, vendors, and auditors.

• Define and maintain the enterprise network security architecture roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives, risk management requirements, and technology strategies.
• Serve as the technical authority for network security architecture decisions and provide design governance across enterprise technology initiatives.
• Lead the architecture, design, and deployment of network security solutions supporting enterprise infrastructure and business applications.
• Lead the design and governance of enterprise firewall architectures, network segmentation strategies, secure remote access solutions, and Zero Trust initiatives.
• Architect, design, and review secure network and connectivity solutions across on-premises, cloud, hybrid, and third-party environments.
• Establish architectural standards and reference designs for network security technologies, including firewalls, VPNs, network access controls, and cloud-delivered security services.
• Conduct and oversee technical risk assessments and security exposure analyses across systems, networks, and applications.
• Lead security design reviews for new applications, infrastructure, and technology initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to IT and business teams by assessing and communicating security risks associated with technology changes.
• Recommend and promote information security policies, standards, best practices, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Lead initiatives to audit security controls, address policy violations, and ensure compliance with established security standards and procedures.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging security technologies and industry best practices to strengthen the organization's security posture and support strategic technology decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement of security processes, operational procedures, and departmental practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship within the Information Security function, acting as a security subject matter expert.
• Support critical business needs by providing after-hours coverage when required.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience designing, implementing, and governing enterprise network security architectures in large-scale, complex environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading the architecture and design of network security solutions, including enterprise firewalls, secure remote access, network segmentation, Zero Trust, and cloud connectivity.
• Experience integrating network security architectures with enterprise identity, directory, and infrastructure services.
• Experience evaluating security products, conducting proof-of-concept assessments, and managing vendor and strategic partner relationships.
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of network and security technologies, including firewalls, routers, network segmentation, access control lists (ACLs