Mexico City, CDMX, Mexico

Security Architect - Freelance - Mexico City

 Job Description:

This opportunity is part of a cybersecurity labor market research project. By submitting your information, you'll not only contribute to shaping industry insights but also ensure we can match you with job and contract opportunities as they arise. Participants will receive free access to our research findings, including the next edition of Nearshore Cyber Quarterly, a comprehensive summary and analysis of the Latin American cybersecurity job market.

Esta oportunidad forma parte de un proyecto de investigación sobre el mercado laboral en ciberseguridad. Al enviar tu información, no solo contribuirás a generar valiosos conocimientos para la industria, sino que también te ayudaremos a conectar con oportunidades laborales y de contrato a medida que surjan. Los participantes recibirán acceso gratuito a los resultados de nuestra investigación, incluyendo la próxima edición de Nearshore Cyber Quarterly, un resumen y análisis completo del mercado laboral de ciberseguridad en América Latina.

Job Description:

A Security Architect designs and oversees the implementation of an organization's overall security infrastructure. They are responsible for developing comprehensive security strategies that align with business objectives, creating security design patterns, and ensuring that all systems and applications adhere to security best practices. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to integrate security measures across different technology domains and guide the organization's long-term security vision.

Skills and Experience:

- Extensive knowledge of security principles, technologies, and industry best practices

- Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks

- Experience in designing secure network architectures and systems

- Proficiency in cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP)

- Knowledge of identity and access management solutions

- Familiarity with encryption technologies and key management systems

- Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS)

- Experience with threat modeling and risk assessment methodologies

- Knowledge of secure software development practices

- Ability to create and maintain security roadmaps and reference architectures

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Excellent communication skills to articulate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Language Requirement:

Strong English language abilities at a minimum of EFSET C1 level

Required Certifications:

- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

- SABSA Chartered Security Architect

Optional Certifications:

- TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework)

- CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional)

- CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)

- AWS Certified Solutions Architect or equivalent for other cloud platforms

- CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control)

  Required Skills:

EN AWS Analysis Modeling Information Security Design Patterns Communication Skills Regulatory Compliance Risk Assessment Information Systems Software Development Architecture Market Research Infrastructure Security Research Software Design Business English Communication Management