Information Security Architect job at Apex Systems in San Francisco, CA

Information Security Architect Employee Type: Contract Remote: Yes Location: San Francisco, CA, US Pay Range: $78 - $95 per hour Job Description: Job#: 3024400 We're seeking an experienced Information Security Architect to guide the secure design of large-scale data and cloud environments. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex, highly regulated settings and enjoys partnering with engineering and architecture teams to strengthen security posture across modern platforms.

About the Role

In this position, you'll serve as a security architecture lead for data-centric systems, cloud-hosted platforms, and application teams building on AWS. You'll evaluate solution designs, identify risks and gaps, communicate them clearly, and help teams adopt effective technical and procedural controls. Your work will directly shape secure patterns, threat models, and architectural decisions across a distributed organization. The Information Security Architect will lead threat modeling for applications and data platforms, assess cloud and application architectures, and recommend scalable security controls that address identified risks. This role translates complex security issues into clear guidance for both technical and business audiences while partnering with architects and development teams to ensure designs align with enterprise standards. The position also supports the creation of secure design patterns, evaluates vulnerabilities and emerging threats, strengthens CI/CD practices through security-focused tooling, and promotes strong cross-team collaboration even when navigating differing viewpoints. Required Background Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years in information security architecture or a closely related discipline. Strong experience designing or assessing secure solutions in AWS. Hands-on exposure securing cloud‑based workloads, especially in large or regulated environments. Familiarity with data engineering platforms such as Databricks, Starburst, Collibra, or similar tools. Deep understanding of contemporary security threats and how they apply to cloud and application ecosystems. Experience building or reviewing threat models for systems and platforms. Ability to articulate technical risk clearly and persuasively to a range of audiences. Knowledge of common cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST 800‑53). Comfortable working with geographically distributed teams across multiple time zones. Other Requirements Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or able to meet eligibility requirements set by regulated-industry clients. Ability to pass a background investigation. Willingness to travel for key meetings, interviews, or onboarding. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job