Employment:
Full Time
Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.Your Role and Responsibilities The Security Solutions Architect is responsible for working with clients, directly or as part of a broader solutioning team, on developing security solutions, services and proposals, for projects and managed services opportunities. They work closely with sales teams to create winning security solutions that deliver client value, are technically viable and profitable . They are responsible for bringing together a combination of offerings, services, labour, assets, cloud solutions, hardware, and software to meet client security requirements. This role represents an exciting opportunity to be part the company, a start-up company born from the spin off of IBM’s Global Technology Infrastructure Services business, as it builds out its security leadership and delivery capabilities in the market. The Security Solutions Architect will work with internal delivery organisations, alongside a wide-ranging partner portfolio of security organisations and technologies. A client-facing role which will work remotely, travelling for client or internal workshops and meetings as required. The Security Solutions Architect drives out the detailed security solution and plans across complex, multi-competency and/or international proposals, with a focus on our ability to execute. They leverage solution orchestration, technical, project, contracting, and delivery experience to manage risk and drive successful outcomes for the client and our business. They take account of broader product and account plans to anticipate, develop and define innovative services solutions which match the client’s strategic requirements. They collaborate with multi-national, multi-disciplined teams of subject matter experts and partners, and establish the foundation of our security solution. They heavily influence sales, human resources, and contract and delivery strategies for the engagement. They frequently orchestrate the development of complex, multi-year, custom solutions and associated cost cases. They support the development of colleagues and pro-actively share their experience, reusable reference material and assets. They act as part of a team at all levels within the company, taking responsibility for helping to expand the capabilities of our rapidly growing security organisation. Thereby, enabling business growth beyond their immediate work on individual security opportunities. The Security Solutions Architect will, amongst other responsibilities: – Review bid documentation for requirements, engaging with clients to clarify and understand – Support baseline collection for Security & Risk/Regulations Governance – Work to validate architecture design and translate into solution requirements – Create & deliver the technical solution element of security proposals – Develop / participate in client Due Diligence – Ensure all elements of cost are accurately reflected in the solution – Work with Risk Assessment and GDPR teams – Invoke additional Security Solutions support if required from internal or Partner organisations – Be responsible for putting in place agreements with Partners as part of the engagement cycle – Assist sales with responding to requests for proposals and plan the strategy for a given client – Integrate all Security Services within a solution for a client – Support contract development
Required Technical and Professional Expertise – Awareness and understanding of broad IT security solutions and services – Knowledge of security regulations and cyber security standards such as ISO 27001/2, NIST, PCI DSS, etc – Knowledge of security technologies and platforms – Knowledge of Identity and access management processes, services and technologies – Possess client-facing communication, presentation and communications skills – Experience working across diverse teams to facilitate solutions – Ability to shape client security expectations – Solution Design and Assurance Skills – Experience in project management, technical cost estimating, and review – Ability to creatively solve complex client problems Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise – Security policy, compliance, audit and governance awareness and experience – Experience with services costing, pricing and associated tools – Pre-sales/bid preparation experience – Experience of IT security architecture design and implementation – Presentation skills for C-Level clients – Track record of delivering against challenging time frames either alone or as part of a team – A recognised certification in security appropriate to the role for example: CISSP, CISMP, CompTIA Security +, ITIL qualification etc.
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