Cybersecurity Architect

About Client:
The client provides information technology (IT) services, including business outsourcing, infrastructure technology, and application services. The application service offered by the company includes application development, maintenance, and support. The markets served by the company are financial services and insurance, healthcare, manufacturing, government, transportation, communications, and consumer and retail industries.

Rate Range: $75-$85/Hr

Job Description:

• We are seeking a Security Architect to design and drive security architecture for an enterprise Security Baseline Platform.
• This role will be responsible for defining role-based access controls (RBAC), governance frameworks, and security baseline standards to ensure the platform is secure, compliant, and audit-ready.
• The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in access control design, security architecture, and baseline-driven hardening practices, with the ability to translate business and regulatory requirements into scalable, enforceable security controls.

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity or security architecture roles
• Hands-on experience designing RBAC and IAM controls for enterprise systems
• Experience defining and implementing security baselines or configuration standards
• Experience working on platforms requiring governance, auditability, and compliance
• Prior experience in regulated industries (e.g., Banking, Financial Services) preferred
• Experience with security benchmarks (e.g., CIS, STIG)
• Familiarity with policy-as-code or automated compliance frameworks
• Exposure to workflow-driven platforms and lifecycle governance models
• Experience supporting large-scale transformation or platform modernization initiatives

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement RBAC models, access policies, and least-privilege frameworks
• Define and enforce security baseline standards aligned to enterprise and regulatory requirements
• Architect governance workflows for access control, approvals, and auditability
• Integrate security controls across data, APIs, applications, and enterprise systems
• Collaborate with engineering teams to embed secure-by-design principles
• Support design of lifecycle controls including provisioning, reviews, and decommissioning
• Ensure alignment with compliance, audit, and risk management requirement

Skills:

• Strong expertise in RBAC design, IAM, and access governance
• Knowledge of security baseline frameworks and hardening standards
• Experience designing security controls for enterprise platforms
• Understanding of auditability, compliance, and risk-driven security design
• Familiarity with IAM/IGA systems and SSO integration
• Understanding of API security, authentication, and authorization patterns
• Knowledge of application security and secure coding practices
• Experience working with cloud and/or hybrid enterprise environments
• Experience with role lifecycle management, segregation of duties (SoD), and approval workflows
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance expectations (e.g., BFSI, enterprise security standards)
• Ability to design audit-ready systems with traceability and logging
• Strong experience working in Agile environments
• Ability to work closely with architects, developers, and business stakeholders
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-owned company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:
At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.

If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Applicant Consent:
By submitting your application, you agree to ApTask's ( Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, and provide your consent to receive SMS and voice call communications regarding employment opportunities that match your resume and qualifications. You understand that your personal information will be used solely for recruitment purposes and that you can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Message frequency may vary. Msg & data rates may apply.