Date Posted: 03/30/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 499113
Industry: Financial Services
Job Title: Lead Security Architect
Job Location: Chicago, IL, USA, 60604
Work Model: Hybrid
Work Model Details: Onsite T/W/Th each week
Shift: M-F, 8am - 5pm
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 7
Min Hourly Rate($): 85.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 92.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Cloud, Identity Management, SaaS, Security
Experience Desired: Experience working with identity management systems including Authentication, SSO, RBAC, etc (7+ yrs)
Required Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
Education Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline and experience in information security
Preferred Certifications:
• CISSP, CSSP, CCNP/CCIE Security, or Cloud security certification preferred
Required Skills for the Lead Security Architect:
• Deep knowledge of cloud security, preferred experience in financial industry.
• Excellent consultative and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with client, partner, and IT management and staff.
• Seven years of experience in the Information Security role. Three years of experience with cloud and/or technologies
• Strong collaboration skills and analytical ability
Must Have:
• Experience working with identity management systems including Authentication, SSO, RBAC, privilege management, Microsoft Entra
Lead Security Architect Overview:
• Looking for an enthusiastic, innovative Security Architect to lead Security Architecture reviews specific to SaaS platforms.
Responsibilities:
• In-depth knowledge of various cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and SSDLC
• Hands-on experience with management of SaaS platforms within enterprise environment
• Knowledge related to third party cyber security due diligence and Risk Management
• Experience working with identity management systems including Authentication, SSO, RBAC, privilege management, Microsoft Entra
• Must be knowledgeable related to various security frameworks, compliance, and regulations including NIST, GDPR, SOC reports etc.
• Experience working with Microsoft Azure, AWS, hybrid, and multi-cloud systems
• Very good understanding of data security concepts including encryption, retention, classification
• Knowledge related to Application security including OWASP, API security, SSDLC etc.
• Understanding related to security and audit logs, SIEM integration, alerting, incident response plan, pen testing
• Very good understanding related to the concepts related to Firewall, IPS/IDS, Proxy servers, WAF, App Proxy, APIM
• Very strong understanding of network architecture concepts including topology, protocols, and components
• Ability to establish security patterns related to cloud/ hybrid architecture and work with various tech teams to assist with the implementation as needed
• Must be able to represent the team in technical discussions and drive towards deliverables with minimal guidance
• Very good understanding of zero-trust architecture and working experience with relevant tools/technologies
• Knowledge related to AI, specifically Microsoft co-pilot
- **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
- **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.
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Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).
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