LeverageTek is actively seeking an IT Security Architect for a 12-month contract with its Ottawa-based customer. Work LocationRemote Security RequirementMust have a Government of Canada Enhanced Reliability Clearance. Key TasksAssess and understand the customer's current security architecture and posture and provide recommendations for improvement and risk reductionWork closely with IT, Application, and data architects to develop an architectural framework and guiding principles that will define and maintain our future enterprise architecturePlan and design an enterprise security architecture and document how the implementation of a new technology impacts the security posture of the current environmentProvide subject matter expertise to senior management and technical teams, and support the design, deployment, configuration, and monitoring/evaluation of a secure hybrid environment (on premises and cloud) in the areas of infrastructure (hardware, software, and networks), secure application development, and secure data managementDefine and communicate security requirements with business and technical teams for new corporate projects and business operationsPerform security assessments, identify gaps, and provide recommendations to improve overall enterprise security and to ensure compliance with regulatory and security requirementsResearch and propose new solutions (including cost and effort estimates) for Cloud Security, Network Security, Perimeter Defense, Identity and Access Management, Vulnerability Management, Secure SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle), and other areas as requiredPerform planning, deployment, testing, and documentation of new security solutions or enhancements to existing security solutions in accordance with security best practices and internal policiesParticipate in the design and execution of vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, security audits, and Threat Risk Assessments, providing recommendations on risk avoidance, mitigation, and issue resolutionImplement recommendation actions and apply fixes to address gaps identified by assessments and compliance tools such as Azure/365 compliance centers, Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Qualys Key QualificationsPrevious relevant experience in IT security architectureExtensive Azure/O365/Dynamics/Power Platform Cloud experienceMicrosoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert QualificationsStrong knowledge of relevant industry standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and ITSG-33Certification in one or more of the following: CISSP, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Global Information Security Professional (GISP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF), or Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture (SABSA), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) About LeverageTek IT SolutionsThank you for taking the time to apply! Since our company’s inception in March 2003, LeverageTek IT Solutions has worked resolutely to become one of the industry’s most recognized and trusted suppliers of technology staffing and business consulting services. With hundreds of successful engagements to our credit with many of Canada’s leading public and private sector organizations, we are the experts in identifying, deploying, and supporting IT and business talent on a contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent basis. We work with customers across all sectors including academia, aerospace, aviation, finance, government, health care, high tech, military, not-for-profit, and more. Our responsive service and ability to deliver the right fit, on time and within budget, typically leads to repeat engagements and a long-standing relationship. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request.