Chief Security Architect

Boston Consulting Group is seeking a highly skilled Chief Security Architect to join our team. As a key member of our Information Security Risk Management team, you will be responsible for designing and implementing security systems to protect company assets, focusing on compliance with US Government security requirements.

• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards in accordance with federal regulations and guidelines.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify potential vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with NIST, CMMC, and other federal standards.
• Collaborate with IT and business units to integrate security into all phases of projects and operations.
• Manage and enhance the organization's DevSecOps processes to ensure security is integrated throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Oversee the implementation and management of security protocols within Azure Government Community Cloud (GCC) High environments, ensuring compliance with federal requirements.
• Provide security risk assessments of AI and Generative AI (GENAI) capabilities, identifying potential risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Stay updated on the latest security trends, technologies, and federal regulations to ensure the company's security measures are current and effective.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on security best practices, specifically those relevant to federal contracts, and work with third-party vendors to ensure their security posture aligns with US Government requirements.

• Preferred certification in one or more Information Security relevant areas such as, Security Professional (CISSP), Cloud Security (CCSP, CCSK).
• Minimum of 8 years of information security experience, with a strong background in cloud native infrastructure, network security, security applications and technologies.
• Subject matter expert in security practices that include the full administration of security control systems, vulnerability identification and mitigation, best practices for securing/hardening, and risk analysis.
• Knowledge of secure software development lifecycle and practices such as threat modelling, security reviews, penetration tests, and security incident response.
• In-depth experience of vulnerabilities, intrusion detection systems, firewall management, network vulnerability analysis, cryptographic theory and practice, incident analysis and response, software testing and security assessment, malicious code and software exploitation techniques, continuous monitoring and event logging, cyber-crimes, computer forensics analysis and computer crime investigation.
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks and standards, including NIST SP, NIST SP 800-53, CMMC, and other relevant federal guidelines.
• Experience with cloud security, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, with specific expertise in Azure Government Community Cloud (GCC) High environments.

• Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, contributions to BCG's Profit Sharing and Retirement Fund (PSRF), and a market leading benefits package.
• Some local governments in the United States require job postings to include a reasonable estimate of base compensation. We expect your total annualized compensation to be approximately the following:
• In Washington D.C., the base salary is between $178,000- $228,000 (USD); placement within this range will vary based on experience and skill level.
• In other locations, competitive pay is commensurate with the role and geography.
• Annual discretionary performance bonus between 0-12%.
• 5% Profit Sharing Retirement Fund (PSRF) contribution, increasing to 10% after two years of service. Contributions are vested immediately and there is no waiting period.

• Zero dollar ($0) health insurance premiums for BCG employees, spouses, and children.
• Low $5 (USD) copays for trips to the doctor, urgent care visits and prescriptions for generic drugs.
• Dental coverage, including up to $5,000 in orthodontia benefits.
• Vision insurance with coverage for both glasses and contact lenses annually.
• Reimbursement for gym memberships and other fitness activities.
• Fully vested Profit Sharing Retirement Fund contributions made annually, whether you contribute or not, plus the option for employees to make personal contributions to a 401(k) plan.
• Paid Parental Leave and other family benefits such as elective egg freezing, surrogacy, and adoption reimbursement.
• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays per year, an annual office closure between Christmas and New Years, and 15 vacation days per year (earned at 1.25 days per month).
• Paid sick time on an as needed basis.