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Security Architect Hybrid - US

Security Architect

Full Time • Hybrid - US
Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources
Who is Propelled Brands
Propelled Brands is the multi-brand platform company under which service industry franchise brands operate and grow. Our family of brands currently includes FASTSIGNS®, NerdsToGo®, and MY SALON Suite® all of which have found tremendous success in their respective industries.

Why Propelled Brands
We are a growing company that offers a collaborative, caring, and progressive work environment. We provide the tools and training needed to be successful.  We have fun, but work hard to support each other and our growing number of franchisees. Come grow with us!
 
What We Offer
Our robust Total Rewards package includes:
  • Competitive Pay
  • Insurance - Medical, HRA, FSA, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Pet Insurance
  • Retirement Savings - 401k plan with company match up to 6%
  • Generous Paid Time Off - Paid parental leave, volunteer time, holidays and PTO starting at 3 weeks
  • Engagement and Wellness Programs
  • And much more!
About the Position
The Security Architect plays a critical role in protecting an organization's information and systems by designing, building, and overseeing the implementation of network and computer security for an organization. This role is pivotal in ensuring the security and integrity of company data and infrastructure, requiring a blend of technical expertise, strategic planning, and strong interpersonal skills.

Essential Functions
  • Design Security Systems: Develop and design robust security structures to protect the organization’s data and information systems against unauthorized access, modifications, or destruction.
  • Analyze Security Requirements: Assess current technology architecture for vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and for possible upgrades or improvement.
  • Implement Security Solutions: Manage the roll-out of new security technologies and oversee the installation of these systems, ensuring proper protection of the organization’s IT assets.
  • Design and implement security into SDLC: Work closely with software engineering teams to define and implement secure coding standards, security testing strategies, and DevSecOps pipelines, ensuring security is integrated into every stage of the SDLC.
  • Develop Security Policies and Procedures: Create and maintain the company’s security policies and procedures that instruct staff on proper security measures both in the office and online.
  • Risk Assessment and Mitigation Planning: Perform regular security audits to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring that the organization's systems and data remain secure.
  • Stay Updated on IT Security Trends and News: Keep up-to-date with the latest security systems and standards, as well as government regulations that may affect the company’s operations.
  • Security Training and Briefing: Provide training to staff regarding new security policies and protocols.
  • Incident Response: Develop strategies to handle security incidents and trigger investigations in collaboration with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
  • Vendor Management: Manage relationships with security-related vendors and ensure the security of third-party services and technologies integrated into the company’s systems.
  • Leadership and Executive Presence: Ability to communicate at the executive leadership level cybersecurity gaps, recommendations, and strategies, and advocate for  and justify required resources and funding to accomplish goals.
  • PCI DSS: Knowledgeable and informed on the latest changes and updates to PCI DSS standards to ensure corporate compliance and provide guidance to our brands.
Competencies
  • Attention to Detail: Precision and attention to detail are crucial in developing systems that close potential security breaches.
  • Adaptability: Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing technology landscape and to respond effectively to security challenges.
  • Leadership: Strong leadership skills to lead and motivate a team of IT professionals in a high-stakes environment.
Education and Experience
  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
  • Professional Experience: 5-10 years experience in information security, particularly in roles requiring the design and implementation of secure network architectures.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in cloud infrastructure (GCP, AWS, etc.), various operating systems (Windows, Linux, etc.), programming languages (Python, Java, etc.), understanding of firewall technologies, VPN, IDS/IPS, and security protocols.
  • Certifications: Certifications like CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional), or similar are highly desirable.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset to anticipate potential security issues.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills for explaining complex security measures to stakeholders and team members of varying technical expertise.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers,smartphones, video conferencing, webinars, phones, photocopiers, printers, filing cabinets, shredding and fax machines.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to walk, talk, see and hear. And lift up to 20 pounds. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, non-exempt position of at least 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.  Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. 

Travel
Travel is primarily during business days, out-of-the-area and overnight travel is expected based on individual job responsibilities. Some of the travel may occur on weekends or be international. Company events may include Summits and the Annual Conventions may also include travel. Travel is expected to be less than 10%. 


EEO Statement
Propelled Brands. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, 
disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Propelled Brands complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.


Flexible work from home options available.

Compensation: $135,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year




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Total Rewards

It's so much more than a paycheck. Our robust compensation and benefits package includes:

Medical Insurance
Multiple choices, prescription coverage, HRA, FSA
Retirement Savings
401k with company match up to 6%
Paid Time Off
Holidays, Personal Days, Volunteer Days, Paid Parental Leave, PTO
Voluntary Benefits
Vision, Dental, and Pet Insurance Options
Disability and Life Insurance
Company paid Life Insurance and Long Term Disability. Short Term Disability and Supplemental Life insurance options available
Engagement Activities
Team Week, Departmental Events, Holiday Fun Events, Annual Engagement Survey with action items
Discount Programs
Discounts on movie tickets, hotels, cruises, concerts, and so much more
Wellness Activities
Physical, Mental, Social, Financial, Developmental activities