Job Title: Principal Architect for Network & Endpoint Security Location: Onsite at Black Box Office in Plano, TX Experience: Minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience. A Principal Architect for Endpoint and Data Security is a senior-level cybersecurity professional responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing security strategies to protect endpoints (such as laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and servers) and data across an organization. Key Responsibilities: Security Architecture & Strategy: + Develop and implement security frameworks for endpoint protection and data security. + Align security strategies with business objectives and compliance requirements. + Provides technical support for activities that improve the security posture of client networks. Endpoint Security Solutions: + Design and manage endpoint protection platforms (EPP), endpoint detection and response (EDR), extended detection and response (XDR), and next-gen antivirus solutions. + Work with technologies like Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, and Carbon Black. Threat Detection & Response: + Define strategies for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats targeting endpoints and sensitive data. + Work with SIEM and SOAR tools for automated threat response. Zero Trust & Identity Security: + Apply Zero Trust principles to endpoint and data security. + Integrate identity and access management (IAM), multifactor authentication (MFA), and privileged access management (PAM). Collaboration & Leadership: + Work closely with IT, security teams, and business stakeholders. + Mentor and guide security engineers and analysts. Skills & Qualifications: + Minimum of 10 years of experience with extensive experience in cybersecurity, specifically in endpoint security, data protection, and threat management. + Minimum of 10 years of experience with knowledge of security tools like EDR/XDR, DLP, encryption, SIEM, and SOAR. + Minimum of 10 years of experience with industry frameworks (NIST, CIS, MITRE ATT&CK). Preferred Qualifications: Data Security & Protection: + Implement data loss prevention (DLP), encryption, and rights management solutions. + Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, etc.). + Certifications like CISSP, CISM, or SANS GIAC #LI-AB1