Senior Cybersecurity Architect-Portland, OR (Onsite)

[Nagaraju]

Senior Cybersecurity Architect

Location: Portland, OR (Onsite)
Duration: Contract

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise security architecture across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SOC operations, SIEM platforms, Zero Trust architecture, incident response, cloud security, and security automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise cybersecurity architecture aligned with business and security objectives.
• Lead SOC modernization initiatives, threat detection strategies, and incident response programs.
• Architect and optimize SIEM solutions including Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, QRadar, or similar platforms.
• Develop Zero Trust security frameworks and identity security strategies.
• Partner with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams to integrate security controls across Azure, AWS, and hybrid environments.
• Lead security assessments, risk analysis, vulnerability management, and remediation efforts.
• Implement security monitoring, logging, alerting, and automation capabilities.
• Define security standards, architecture roadmaps, and governance processes.
• Conduct security reviews, root cause analysis, and post-incident improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across cybersecurity projects.

Required Skills

• 12+ years of Cybersecurity experience with at least 5+ years in Security Architecture.
• Strong expertise with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, QRadar, or CrowdStrike LogScale.
• Experience designing and operating SOC environments.
• Deep understanding of Incident Response, Threat Detection, Security Monitoring, and Security Operations.
• Hands-on experience with Azure Security, AWS Security, Microsoft Defender, Entra ID, and Identity & Access Management.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture, NIST, CIS Controls, MITRE ATT&CK, and security best practices.
• Experience with security automation, scripting, and Infrastructure as Code.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CISSP, CISM, SABSA, TOGAF, or equivalent certifications.
• Experience with cloud security platforms across Azure and AWS.
• Familiarity with SOAR, EDR/XDR, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Experience leading enterprise security transformation initiatives.