Indotronix is seeking a Security Architect Senior in Pittsburgh (PA) and multiple client locations Position Title: Security Architect Senior Position Location: Hybrid in Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas, TX, Strongsville, OH, Birmingham, AL and Phoenix, AZ - First preference Pittsburgh, PA 2nd preference - remaining Hubs Duration: Contract to hire Roles and Responsibilities:
- Attend Team meetings and Weekly SSG meetings.
- Focused on building roadmap on different activities to build the program including dashboards.
- Provide design guidance accordingly
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define an API security strategy aligned with the overall business objectives
- Design a secure API architecture. The may involve utilizing secure design patterns, encryption protocols, and authentication/authorization mechanisms
- Develop a comprehensive framework for API security that defines procedures for API threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, etc
- Support the configuration of API gateways to enforce security policies, rate limiting, access control
- Design and implement robust authentication and authorization mechanisms to control access to API resources based on user roles and permissions. This may include OAuth, OpenID Connect, or API key management solution.
- Build actionable insight and intelligence that include suspicious activity, potential attacks, and API misuse.
- Educate developers on API security best practices.
- Communicate API security risks effectively to stakeholders, including developers, product managers, and line of business leadership.
Must Have Technical Skills: Overall experience: 6+ years
- Deep understanding of API security best practices (OWASP API Security Top 10)
- Experience with API security tools and methodologies (penetration testing, API gateways)
- Strong knowledge of cryptography and authentication protocols
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with developers and cross-functional teams
- Frameworks - API security frameworks, various API patterns,
- Strong Secure by Design Experience - knowing how to build a system securely from scratch
- Ability to explain why they would recommend a certain course of action in meetings
Soft Skills: Presenting, Stand out in front of leadership, Articulate, Ability to explain why they would recommend a certain course of action in meetings, Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with developers and cross-functional teams Role Differentiator: We are building a program from the ground up around API security posture to provide the business insight, visibility, traceability, actionable intelligence and metrics. This is a different approach from the traditional API Security best practices that most companies employ today. We are taking it a step further and will have a major impact on the business. Interview Process: 2 rounds, 1 with manager and the other with the Team Lead. Indotronix Commitment : A Safe and Inclusive Workplace - Promoting a Culture of Inclusion, Respect, Equality, and Diversity: Ensuring Safety and Non-Discrimination. We actively strive to attract, retain, and empower a diverse range of talented individuals, recognizing that diverse perspectives and experiences enhance our collective performance. Breaking Barriers : Your Potential Knows No Limits. Embrace Your Potential, Apply Today! Indotronix Commitment to Pay Equity - At Indotronix, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and ensure pay equity across all job roles. We proudly champion equal pay for equal work, guaranteeing fair compensation for all employees based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Celebrating & Honouring Veteran Contributions: Approximately 13% of our workforce are veterans (nearly twice the national average). This achievement underscores our deep commitment in fostering Opportunities for success to Civilian Careers Recognition - Indotronix has been recognized as one of the largest staffing companies in 2023 by Staffing Industry Analysts - a testament to our continued growth, commitment to excellence, and the trust our clients and candidates place in us. Compliance Indotronix upholds good corporate citizenship by complying with all applicable laws, including taxation, equal employment opportunity, statutory benefits, and data reporting. In 2023, we hired over 1,200 U.S.-based employees as consultants, contributing to workforce expansion and client service excellence. Indotronix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.