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Constellation Principal Cyber Security Architect - Data Architect / AI or Machine Learning (Remote) in Richmond, Virginia
COMPANY OVERVIEW
As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is a company purposely-built to meet the challenges of the climate crisis. Constellation has been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade and we are growing our company and capabilities. Now, we're accelerating, speeding our low-carbon or no-carbon power to more people in more places, day and night, providing our customers and communities with options to buy, manage and use energy as part of their decarbonization mission. The race is on to confront the climate crisis and Constellation is ready to meet the challenge. Come join us as we lead energy, together.
TOTAL REWARDS
Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards, designed to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program; paid time off for vacation, holidays and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $162,000 to $180,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Principal Cyber Security Architect (PCSA) collaborates with IT and business units to offer expert guidance on cyber and information security across data security, AI/ML systems, applications, web architectures, cloud infrastructure, operating systems, databases, and networks into Constellation's computing environments. The PCSA provides comprehensive consultation to business units and IT management and staff at the highest technical level for all aspects of the security architecture domain. The PCSA develops and maintains business, systems, and IT/OT processes to support enterprise mission needs and requirements; translates technology and environmental conditions (e.g., law and regulation) into IT/OT rules and requirements that describe baseline and target security architectures. The PCSA designs enterprise and systems security throughout the development lifecycle; translates technology and environmental conditions (e.g., law and regulation) into security designs and processes. The PCSA operates independently with little or no direct supervision.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Provide technical and security expertise to IT and business teams to identify security technology solutions and develop security reference architectures and strategies to achieve business results. Ensure appropriate implementation of security technology and reference architectures within both the development and production environments. Analyze user needs and requirements to plan architecture.
Design and develop enterprise-wide security architecture and strategy for all aspects of the security domain in alignment with the business strategy and goals. Develop/integrate cybersecurity designs for systems and networks with multilevel security requirements or requirements. Provide input on security requirements to be included in statements of work and other appropriate procurement documents.
Provide technical guidance and security expertise in the areas of secure application development, security architecture risk management and assessment, security policies and standards, security architectures and implementations.
Provide technology and security expertise and advice to IT leadership in the development of strategic security technology and plans to support business strategies. Translate proposed capabilities into technical requirements.
Establish, maintain, and enhance relationships with business and IT partners. Communicate status to key stakeholders on a regular basis.
Maintain awareness of trends and issues in area of security expertise, evaluate new security technologies or technology opportunities, and provide analysis of their potential impact to advantage the business.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology (IT), or a related discipline, and typically 8 or more years of solid, diverse experience in cyber security architecture and design, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Travel to Baltimore may be required as frequently as once a month.
Appropriate technical skills and in-depth knowledge of business unit functions and applications, including:
Expert knowledge of authentication, authorization, and access control methods.
Expert knowledge of computer algorithms.
Expert knowledge of encryption algorithms.
Expert knowledge of cryptography and cryptographic key management concepts.
Expert knowledge of database systems.
Expert knowledge of embedded systems.
Expert knowledge of system fault tolerance methodologies.
Expert knowledge of how system components are installed, integrated, and optimized.
Expert knowledge of human-computer interaction principle.
Expert knowledge of cybersecurity principles and organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation).
Ability to design architectures and frameworks.
Skill in applying cybersecurity methods, such as firewalls, demilitarized zones, and encryption.
Expert knowledge of network access, identity, and access.
Expert knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP, Dynamic Host Configuration, Domain Name System (DNS), and directory services.
Expert knowledge of network design processes, to include understanding of security objectives, operational objectives, and tradeoffs.
Expert knowledge of parallel and distributed computing concepts.
Expert knowledge of key concepts in security management (e.g., Release Management, Patch Management).
Expert knowledge of configuration management techniques.
Expert knowledge of cloud computing
Comprehensive understanding of change management techniques associated with new technology implementation.
Demonstrated experience producing an economic business case.
Demonstrated leadership ability.
Proven analytical, problem solving, and consulting skills.
Excellent communication skills and the proven ability to work effectively with all levels of IT and business management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate degree in cyber security or related area of expertise.
Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CISM, SABSA, GIAC)
Appropriate technical skills and in-depth knowledge of business unit functions and applications, including:
Demonstrated experience and subject matter knowledge in cyber and information security for data security, AI/ML systems, applications, web architectures, cloud infrastructure, operating systems, databases, and networks.
Demonstrated experience and subject matter knowledge of SCADA, ICS, Distribution Automation, Smart Grid, DMS, and ECS systems architecture.
Experience and proven capabilities in application risk assessment, application security architecture development, web application security, and application security testing.
Demonstrated experience in security architecture risk assessment, requirements development, secure design analysis, architecture assessment and development, and security testing of applications and systems.
Extensive experience developing, evaluating, and implementing cyber and information security architectures, technologies, standards, and practices to secure applications and IT systems.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the implementation of governance frameworks and security risk management processes, such as NIST, ISO, and COBIT guidelines and standards.
Demonstrated experience in addressing regulatory compliance for the security requirements in applicable laws and regulations, such as NERC CIP, SOX, PCI DSS, and HIPAA.
Solid understanding and experience with security development lifecycle (SDL) processes for internally developed applications, including the web-based and Internet facing components.
Expert knowledge and experience in application security standards, methodologies, and technologies.
Solid capability to assess application and web architectures and operating systems for vulnerabilities and develop appropriate security countermeasures.
Solid knowledge and experience with IT security aspects of operating systems, Active Directory, database (SQL) access, LDAP, Microsoft SharePoint, and web server configurations.
Experience in assessing, configuring, and testing security applications and systems, such as Cisco firewalls, security appliances, IDS/IPS, SSL or TLS, IPSec, and web services security.
Ability to demonstrate analytical skills, technical knowledge, and practical application of cyber and information security principles to business leaders and technical staff.
Constellation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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