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DescriptionUniteds Digital Technology team is comprised of many talented individuals all working together with cutting-edge technology to build the best airline in the history of aviation. Our team designs, develops and maintains massively scaling technology solutions brought to life with innovative architectures, data analytics, and digital solutions.
Job overview and responsibilities
The Principal Architect – Infrastructure Cybersecurity supports efforts to mature infrastructure security capabilities for United Airlines. You will be part of a cross-disciplinary Cyber team responsible for full stack security architecture. In this role the Architect will work on the creation and maintenance of security relevant documentation and partner with product, platform, engineering, and operations teams to ensure the adoption of security best practices across the entire application or system lifecycle. The architect with help continuously improve our cyber controls and associated playbooks, workflows, processes, and procedures.
QualificationsWhat’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
- Bachelors degree required
- 5+ years of technical experience, with direct experience related to security and architecture
- Expert level knowledge of network security principles and technologies including network architecture, intrusion detection/prevention and network segmentation
- Expert level knowledge of network infrastructure components and technologies like routers, switches, firewalls, proxy servers, reverse proxies, load balancers, IDS/IPS, VPN, SDWAN, network taps, application centric networking, overlay networking concepts
- Expert knowledge of information security techniques and tools like content filtering, application firewalls, vulnerability scanners, EDR, forensics software, incident response, SIEM, SOAR, NAC, etc
- Expert knowledge in secure configuration practices for operating systems and infrastructure components
- Expert knowledge of OS or compute infrastructure components and technologies like Unix/Linux, Windows, Docker, Kubernetes, VMWare, EC2, ECS, EKS, Lambda
- Expert knowledge of endpoint security technologies such as endpoint detection and response and mobile device management
- Expert knowledge of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) concepts and services
- Expert knowledge of identity and access management services, techniques concepts
- Expert knowledge of secure wireless protocols, techniques, and products
- Expert knowledge of network protocols like TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, SSL/TLS, HTTP, etc
- Expert knowledge of common enterprise services like DNS, DHCP, LDAP, SMB, CIFS, NTP, etc
- Expert knowledge of security focused processes like architecture reviews, access reviews, vulnerability management, and audit
- Proficient knowledge of cloud infrastructure services, concepts, and best practices
- Proficient knowledge of secure connectivity methods via private or encrypted means
- Proficient knowledge of cloud interconnectivity methods
- Proficient knowledge of zero trust network architectures and principles
- Proficiency with security assessments and remediation guidance
- Proficient knowledge of compliance frameworks and processes (e.g., NIST 800-53, CIS Controls)
- Proficient knowledge of security policy and standards development
- Ability to manage business and external partners
- Ability to work independently and self-motivate
- Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, interpersonal, collaboration, written and verbal communication skills
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
- Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
- Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
- Masters degree
- CCNP, CCDP, or alternate vendor equivalent
- AWS Solution Architect Associate, Networking, and Security Specializations
- Certifications like CISSP, ISSAP, ISSEP, ISSMP, CISM, CRISC, CEH, GIAC Family
- 8+ years of technical experience, 5 years directly related to security and architecture
The base pay range for this role is $140,600.00 to $183,108.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.
You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.
United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact JobAccommodationsunited.com","industry":"Industry