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Cyber Security Architect I
Kirkland & Ellis
- United States
- United States
Über
At Kirkland & Ellis, we dont just meet the standard for legal excellence we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward. What Youll Do
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for securing complex enterprise environments? Join our Security Governance team as a
Cyber Security Architect I , where youll help shape the future of cyber defense at one of the worlds leading law firms. This role plays a vital part in reducing risk across the organization by setting clear direction for secure technology delivery, identifying potential threats, and driving rapid, coordinated response efforts. As part of the Security Governance departmentwhich reports to the Chief Security Officer (CSO) and sits within the firms Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)youll contribute directly to our compliance, risk mitigation, and architecture strategies. Youll work closely with senior stakeholders across departments to evaluate, design, and implement innovative solutions that protect our firms critical infrastructure and sensitive data. Technology Evaluation & Implementation
Assess new and existing security technologies, configurations, and policies to align with industry best practices and firm objectives. Security Architecture Design
Contribute to the development of security reference architecture and whitepapers that address risk and align with firmwide solutions. Project Integration
Ensure seamless delivery of security architecture into project goals with strong hand-off practices to operational teams. Risk Management
Conduct comprehensive assessments of system vulnerabilities and threats; develop strategies to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Strategic Collaboration
Participate in the firms broader Architecture Review processes and contribute to the design and implementation of our cybersecurity strategy. Documentation & Communication
Create technical documentation and communicate complex security topics clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Incident Response & Investigation Support
Provide expert input during investigations and assist in response activities involving cybersecurity threats. Leadership & Influence
Work with cross-functional teams to guide change, inspire collaboration, and contribute to strategic security initiatives. What Youll Bring
Education
Bachelors degree in Cyber Security or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience will be considered. Experience
Minimum five (5) years in Information Technology with at least three (3) years in security, compliance, or risk roles focused on deploying cybersecurity technologies and policies. Framework Expertise
Familiarity with standards such as ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), Center for Internet Security (CIS), and MITRE ATT&CK. Technical Proficiency
Knowledge of tools and platforms including advanced endpoint security, data loss prevention (DLP), Azure IaaS/PaaS, Microsoft 365 Security Suite, network intrusion prevention systems (IPS/IDS), firewalls, vulnerability management tools, and more. Certifications
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), or other technical cybersecurity certifications preferred. Strategic Thinking
Ability to develop forward-looking security strategies, make well-informed decisions, and manage complex initiatives across departments. Collaboration & Influence
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly, defuse conflicts, and motivate cross-functional teams. How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now". Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland. Equal Employment Opportunity
All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employees race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Seniority level
Mid?Senior level Employment type
Full?time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
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- English
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