Information Security Architect

Summary

Join Symmetrio as an Information Security Architect and play a pivotal role in shaping the cybersecurity landscape of a global food manufacturing leader. You will be the CISO's key partner in executing the enterprise cybersecurity roadmap, implementing GRC capabilities, and driving remediation efforts. This hands-on role demands expertise in infrastructure security, vulnerability management, and compliance frameworks like ISO 27001 and NIST CSF. You will lead initiatives such as network segmentation, endpoint hardening, and the development of business continuity plans. The position requires strong communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams and executive leadership. This remote role offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• 10–15+ years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a senior or director-level leadership role
• Proven track record of implementing and leading enterprise-wide security programs and initiatives
• Strong technical expertise in infrastructure security, network architecture, vulnerability management, and endpoint protection
• Hands-on experience remediating security assessment findings, including penetration test vulnerabilities
• Working knowledge of ICS/OT security environments (e.g., SCADA systems) and manufacturing technology
• Practical experience with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks, including ISO 27001, SOC 2, and NIST CSF
• Demonstrated ability to build, operationalize, and enforce security policies, controls, and standards
• Experience with business continuity planning, disaster recovery, and operational resilience metrics
• Familiarity with secure architecture design for ERP systems, cloud platforms, and modern IT stacks
• Strong communication skills with ability to engage technical teams, business stakeholders, and executive leadership
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, complex environments with shifting priorities and evolving organizational needs
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (Master’s preferred)

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to implement the enterprise cybersecurity strategy and roadmap
• Lead the execution of remediation efforts from recent penetration testing and vulnerability assessment
• Oversee infrastructure security improvements, including network segmentation, endpoint hardening, and secure configuration of systems (including ICS/OT environments)
• Build and operationalize GRC capabilities, including policy development, control mapping, and audit readiness
• Drive adoption of compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and SOC 2
• Finalize and operationalize enterprise-wide Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans
• Define and report operational security metrics, including uptime/downtime, incident response, and root cause analysis
• Guide secure architecture and reference design across ERP modernization, cloud transitions, and AI initiatives
• Lead rollout and maturity of ICS security programs across global manufacturing environments
• Develop and maintain security dashboards and reporting for executive and board-level stakeholders
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to embed security into IT, product, and business operations
• Contribute to building a strong security culture across the organization through education and leadership

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC strongly preferred

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)