Cybersecurity Architect

Apex Technology, Inc.•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$128,000 - $176,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Apex is looking for a Cybersecurity Architect to take ownership of the security design and implementation across our cybersecurity infrastructure. This is a hands-on technical role that works closely with IT, Engineering, and Operations to build security into the design from the start.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI clearance required at time of hire
US Citizenship required
5 or more years of hands-on experience in security engineering, cloud security, infrastructure security, or cybersecurity architecture
Strong working knowledge of AWS security, Microsoft identity, network security, endpoint security, vulnerability management, logging, and secure administrative access
Experience designing or reviewing environments that span cloud, SaaS, endpoints, networks, servers, and software services
Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC Level 2, with the ability to connect a control requirement to a technical implementation
Ability to produce clear architecture diagrams, security standards, technical decisions, and implementation guidance for engineering teams

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft GCC High, Palo Alto, CrowdStrike Falcon, Tenable, AWS GovCloud, Entra ID, Elastic, CyberArk, Terraform, containers, or Kubernetes
Experience supporting aerospace, defense, national security, ATO, RMF, or other regulated technical environments
CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, or a comparable technical security certification
Experience supporting aerospace, defense, national security, ATO, RMF, or other regulated technical environments

Responsibilities

Create security architecture for Apex corporate and development environments.
Translate NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC Level 2 requirements into technical designs and implementation steps that engineering teams can execute.
Work with CrowdStrike, Tenable, SIEM, and endpoint management tools to identify and remediate gaps across our security environment.
Support ATO and other security activities with technical architecture documentation, control implementations, and implementation guidance.
Facilitate conversations with network and infrastructure teams on Palo Alto architecture, segmentation, remote access, and rule design.
Define CUI boundaries, network diagrams, and data flows as systems and programs change.

Benefits

Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents
$100k life insurance at no cost
15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually
10 paid holidays
Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
8 weeks paid parental leave
Childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
Daily catered lunch
Unlimited snacks
Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings for you and your family
Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self