Enterprise Security Architect

Responsibilities Kforce has a client in Tampa, FL that is seeking an Enterprise Security Architect who will serve as the primary security architect supporting the Advanced Distribution Infrastructure program across cloud, operational technology (OT), and hybrid environments. This role will design and evaluate security controls, identify security gaps and risks, and ensure technology solutions align with established cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and regulatory requirements. This role is focused on architecture, assessment, recommendations, and oversight rather than hands-on implementation of security tools. Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary cybersecurity liaison between business units, project teams, technology teams, vendors, and enterprise architecture
• Architect and design security controls for applications, systems, processes, and technology solutions
• Provide guidance on cybersecurity requirements, approved technologies, architectural standards, and security best practices
• Develop and maintain security standards, reference architectures, technical requirements, and implementation patterns across IT, OT, cloud, and hybrid environments
• Participate in architecture reviews, risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing reviews, threat assessments, and compliance evaluations
• Identify security vulnerabilities, architectural deficiencies, and control gaps and help prioritize remediation efforts
• Ensure solutions support compliance with applicable cybersecurity requirements, including NIST CSF, NERC CIP, TSA Security Directives, DFARS, SOX, and PCI
• Translate complex cybersecurity policies and requirements into clear, actionable guidance for technical and business teams

Requirements

• Required: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or one or more related Information Technology Security professional or vendor certifications (ex: CSSA, CEH, GIAC, etc.)
• Preferred: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and related Information Technology Security professional or vendor certifications (ex: CEH, CSSA, GIAC, etc.)
• Required: 7 years of practical technical experience in an Information Security role
• Experience implementing Security Frameworks (ISO 27000, NIST Cyber Security)

Preferred

• Security Architecture background with strong focus on infrastructure security across both IT and OT
• Experience with OT environments, including device connectivity, encryption and integrations
• Ability to evaluate sensor/device configurations, data movement, connectivity, and vendor solutions against established security standards
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across vendors, internal technical teams, risk, governance, and compliance stakeholders

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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