Security Engineer (Information Security Architect)

Company Name: Brooksource (working for the Commonwealth of Kentucky)
Location: Remote, United States
Job Type: Contract
Salary Range: $50.00 hourly
Industry: Information Technology / Healthcare / Government (Law Enforcement / Security Clearance mentioned, indicating public sector context)

Job Overview

Brooksource is a leading IT services and consulting firm, partnering with top organizations to advance their technological capabilities. We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Security Engineer (Information Security Architect) to join our team, supporting a critical initiative for the Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically within the Healthcare / Government sector. This Mid-Level to Senior-Level contract role offers a unique opportunity to design, implement, and fortify robust information security architectures that protect sensitive data and critical systems, with implications for law enforcement and requiring a security clearance.

As an Information Security Architect, you will be instrumental in assessing current security postures, defining future strategies, and ensuring rigorous compliance with a multitude of industry and government regulations. You will leverage your deep expertise to develop comprehensive security frameworks, mitigate risks, and integrate best practices across complex IT environments, both cloud and on-premise. If you are a seasoned security professional with a strong background in architecture, compliance, and a passion for safeguarding digital assets in the public sector, Brooksource invites you to contribute your expertise to this vital mission.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the information security architecture, design, and implementation efforts for complex systems, leveraging 5+ years of experience.
• Apply a strong background in security regulations, compliance, and risk management to all security initiatives.
• Conduct thorough assessments of current security programs and define comprehensive future strategies.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs for security program effectiveness) to measure and report on security posture.
• Design and enforce stringent security policies and procedures across the organization.
• Ensure full compliance with FISMA, FedRAMP, ISO 27001, NIST, and COBIT standards.
• Develop and maintain a robust security architecture framework for the client’s IT landscape.
• Design strategic security strategies and roadmaps for both cloud and on-premise environments.
• Establish baseline security configurations for various systems and applications.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability analysis.
• Develop, maintain, and test effective incident response plans.
• Perform forensic investigations when security incidents occur, determining root causes and impact.
• Integrate security best practices into the development lifecycle (DevOps), promoting a security-first approach.
• Actively advocate for secure coding standards among development teams.
• Partner closely with privacy and compliance teams to ensure holistic security and data protection.
• Develop and deliver impactful security awareness training programs for employees.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of network security, encryption, authentication, and identity management.
• Possess hands-on experience implementing security tools and technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, SIEMs, etc.
• Exhibit strong communication skills when interacting with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and lead security initiatives from conception to completion.
• Apply strong problem-solving and analytical skills with an innovative mindset to overcome complex security challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior-Level (5+ years of experience in information security architecture, design, and implementation).
• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Required Skills:
  • 5+ years of experience in information security architecture, design, and implementation.
  • Strong background in security regulations, compliance, and risk management.
  • Proven ability to assess current security programs and define future strategies.
  • Experience developing KPIs for security program effectiveness.
  • Skilled in designing and enforcing security policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrated compliance with FISMA, FedRAMP, ISO 27001, NIST, and COBIT.
  • Ability to develop a security architecture framework.
  • Experience designing security strategies and roadmaps for cloud and on-premise environments.
  • Proficient in establishing baseline security configurations.
  • Capability to conduct risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability analysis.
  • Experience developing and maintaining incident response plans.
  • Ability to perform forensic investigations.
  • Expertise in integrating security best practices into the development lifecycle (DevOps).
  • Proven ability to advocate for secure coding standards.
  • Experience partnering with privacy and compliance teams.
  • Skilled in developing and delivering security awareness training.
  • In-depth knowledge of network security, encryption, authentication, and identity management.
  • Experience implementing security tools and technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, etc.).
  • Strong communication skills (technical and non-technical stakeholders).
  • Ability to work independently and lead security initiatives.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with an innovative mindset.

Salary and Benefits

This Contract Security Engineer (Information Security Architect) position offers a competitive hourly salary of $50.00 hourly. Brooksource is dedicated to supporting our consultants, providing comprehensive benefits during the contract term. Benefits typically include health, dental, and vision insurance options, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive team environment focused on your success in this critical role within the public sector.

Working Conditions

This is a Contract Remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere within the United States. You will utilize various communication and collaboration tools to interact with the client’s teams and stakeholders. The role requires strong self-discipline, excellent time management, and the ability to manage complex security initiatives independently in a remote environment. Given the nature of work with the Commonwealth of Kentucky and its focus on Law Enforcement / Security Clearance, strict adherence to security protocols and confidentiality is paramount. Some flexibility in work hours may be required to align with client meetings or urgent security needs.

Why Work with Us

At Brooksource, we believe in connecting top IT talent with impactful projects that truly make a difference. For this Security Engineer role, you’ll join a team contributing to the vital Government (Law Enforcement / Security Clearance) and Healthcare sectors for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. This presents a unique opportunity to apply your advanced information security architecture skills to challenging and meaningful work that directly impacts public safety and critical infrastructure.

You’ll gain invaluable experience designing and implementing high-stakes security solutions, collaborating with a dedicated team, and directly influencing the security posture of a major governmental entity. We offer a supportive environment where your expertise is valued, your professional growth is encouraged, and you can continuously expand your skills in a cutting-edge security landscape. If you are a driven Security Engineer seeking a challenging contract opportunity where your technical contributions serve a higher purpose in national security, Brooksource offers the platform for your next significant career step.