Cybersecurity Architect

Gulfport • Oklahoma City, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Architect will protect and enhance the company’s critical IT and OT infrastructure. This advisor-level position will be responsible for managing and deploying security tools, leading incident response efforts, conducting vulnerability assessments, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position will also involve managing third-party relationships and fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Python and PowerShell to automate security tasks and integrate security tools into workflows.
• Experience with cybersecurity tools for network security, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, and threat detection.
• Experience monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents across IT and OT environments.
• Skilled in conducting vulnerability assessments, prioritizing risks, and managing remediation.
• Experience securing and architecting OT security environments (ICS, SCADA, PLCs) and securing protocols like Modbus, DNP3, and OPC. Familiarity with Dragos for threat detection.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 12+ years in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in a hands-on technical role, preferably within the oil and gas sector.
• CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCNA, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and compliance regulations (NIST, CIS).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field.
• Experience with the Oil and Natural Gas ISAC for threat intelligence sharing.
• Experience in managing security projects and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain cybersecurity tools such as Palo Alto, Okta, Dragos, Extrahop, SentinelOne, Google SecOps, Proofpoint, Secret Server, and Abnormal Security.
• Advanced experience securing the Microsoft environment, including O365, Azure/Entra, Active Directory, Exchange, and related services. Ensuring identity management, securing cloud environments, and protecting the broader Microsoft ecosystem from threats.
• Lead security incident response, leveraging tools like SentinelOne, Huntruess, and Google SecOps to detect, analyze, and mitigate threats.
• Perform vulnerability assessments, manage risk, and ensure timely patching of systems across IT and OT environments. Have a working knowledge of Tenable technology.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as NIST, CIS, and relevant regulations.
• Manage relationships with MSSPs, consultants, and security vendors to maintain security posture.
• Conduct training and awareness programs to enhance staff understanding of security best practices and emerging threats.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior