Security Solutions Architect

Our Atlanta-based client is currently looking for a Security Solutions Architect for their Managed Security Services Practice (MSSP). Security Solution Architect professionals analyze and translate client requirements and objectives and own the end-to-end solution development process to produce winning proposals and value proposition, at the right cost to client. Applicants should live in the Atlanta area and be willing to come into their office, as needed.

Responsibilities:
• Leads solution development in situations in which analysis requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Accountable for identifying and assessing complex problems for area of responsibility
• Required to apply critical thinking skills to solve for unique scenarios and challenges where there is no well-defined solution
• Ownership for applying the appropriate methods and procedures on deal pursuits
• Collaborates across the ecosystem to engage with the appropriate SMEs for solution inputs/ outputs as needed (consulting/ transformation, delivery/ operations, pricing performance and proposal response etc.)
• Identify, define, sell and lead the delivery of relevant cybersecurity and cloud solutions that complement existing services.
• Stakeholder management and interaction with senior leadership at the company and with clients, involving matters that may require acceptance of an alternate approach
• Accountable for executing strategic direction set by senior management as it relates to the team

Qualifications:
• Minimum of 10 years of overall IT experience with a minimum of 5 years in at least one Security domain
• Leadership experience in delivery or solution architecture of one or more skill domains e.g., Managed Detection and Response, Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, Threat and Vulnerability Management, Application Security
• Solid understanding of cloud delivered services/ platforms (IaaS/ PaaS/ SaaS)
• Experience in leading proposal response to RFPs, development of proposals, clarifying requirements, confirming scope, and developing a solution with the right considerations and levers
• Experience in leading cost modelling, resource planning and pricing workstreams
• Deep understanding of the delivery aspects of security operations support engagements
• Client interfacing and strong communication skills
• Experience interfacing with Client stakeholders to showcase value proposition
• Strong project/program management experience
• Effective communicator with great interpersonal skills and the ability to be credible with clients
• Ability to take business problems, existing processes and technology and translate these into service and process requirements
• Strong analytical skills with a structured problem-solving approach
• High energy levels and commitment to stringent timelines Read more