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Edison, NJ
Software Engineering

Solutions Architect

Position Description

Gruve is seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Solutions Architect to design and implement secure, scalable, and reliable IT systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in cybersecurity frameworks, tools, and best practices, with the ability to align security solutions with business objectives. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the organization's technology infrastructure is protected against evolving threats.

Key Responsibilities

  • Security Architecture Development: Develop, document, and maintain security architecture ensuring the alignment with business objectives.
  • Strategic Leadership and Planning: Strategic technology leadership and planning in collaboration with leadership with a willingness to learn about evolving cybersecurity threats.
  • Cybersecurity Design and Implementation: Cybersecurity design solutions and implementation for on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments including but not limited to zero trust, NAC solution, SASE, cloud security, emerging AI-based security solutions, firewalls SIEM, and XDR
  • Research and Innovation: Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity technologies with AI and trends. Evaluate and recommend new technologies that enhance the organization’s security posture.
  • SecOps Collaboration: Collaborate with SOC and IT teams to improve threat detection and response capabilities.
  • Collaboration with Leadership: Collaboration with Partner with executives, sales, presales, IT teams, and business leaders to align security strategies with business goals.
  • Cross-Functional Partnership: Lead cross-functional teams and verticals during major projects or security implementations.
  • Team mentorship and Development: Guide and mentor security engineers, and other team members in implementing secure solutions

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.
  • 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity or related IT roles.
  • Proven experience designing secure systems and managing large-scale IT infrastructure projects.
  • Hands-on experience with security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, DLP, VPNs, and cloud security solutions.
  • Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, OSI model)
  • Proficiency in operating systems (Windows, Linux, Unix)
  • Knowledge of cryptography and encryption techniques
  • Experience with cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, such as NIST, ISO 27001, or MITRE ATT&CK.

Preferred Qualification

  • CISSP or CCIE Security certification
  • Good understanding or EDR and XDR solution
  • Scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell)
  • Ability to travel occasionally, as required by program activities.
  • Flexibility to work outside normal business hours to accommodate global project teams and stakeholders.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Compliance Statements

  • This job description is compliant with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • The essential functions listed are necessary for ADA compliance.
  • Salary ranges are provided in accordance with New York and California pay transparency laws.

Physical Demands

  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
  • Occasionally move about the office to access files and office equipment.

Work Environment

  • This position may require working in a fast-paced environment.
  • On-site presence is required

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