Enterprise Security Analyst (Houston)

Enterprise Security Architect

Kavaliro is seeking an Enterprise Security Architect to support a client in Texas. Work Location Jersey City, NC, Houston, TX, Orlando, or Durham, NC office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.

About The Role

The Enterprise Security Architect will help to lead the design, implementation, and oversight of secure systems and architectures across our organization. This role is critical to embedding security into enterprise processes, aligning with industry standards, and building a scalable security foundation. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively to drive security initiatives and foster a security-first culture.

Responsibilities

• Design, document, and maintain secure architecture patterns, diagrams, and reference architectures to guide security implementations across the organization.
• Conduct comprehensive security reviews of applications, systems, and networks, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending secure design strategies.
• Perform threat modeling and risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate mitigating controls.
• Partner with enterprise and line-of-business architects to integrate security seamlessly into designs and processes.
• Translate complex technical security concepts into clear, actionable insights for C-level executives, business leaders, non-technical stakeholders, and technical engineering teams.
• Recommend mitigating controls, security tools, and remediation strategies to address security gaps and minimize risk.
• Stay current on security threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Promote a security-first culture by mentoring technical teams, educating stakeholders, and embedding security best practices into organizational workflows.

Skills and Qualifications

Technical Skills

Common Security and Architecture Frameworks

Preferred Certifications

Soft Skills

Industry-Specific Experience

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $145,000 to $165,000 at the commencement of employment. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered will ultimately be dependent on multiple factors, which may include the candidate's geographic location, skills, experience and other qualifications. In addition, the position is eligible for a discretionary bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Benefit Offerings Include :

Eligibility for and participation in employer-sponsored benefit plans and Company programs will be subject to applicable law, governing Plan document(s) and Company policy. Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation