Security Architect

The Security Architect is responsible for maturing the security posture of Tyler’s corporate cyber infrastructure. They are responsible for oversight of Tyler’s enterprise compliance with applicable cybersecurity laws, regulations, industry frameworks, policies and standards. This is a key role in the administration and enforcement of Tyler’s Enterprise Information Security Program, which helps to ensure the security and integrity of Tyler’s critical cyber infrastructure and assets.

• Consult with business and technical leadership to design data, processes and technology for data protection and compliance.
• Drive creation of information security policies and procedures and assist with related security awareness programs for end users and technical staff.
• Oversee the development, evaluation and implementation of governance and compliance processes to mitigate cybersecurity risk and protect company assets and information.
• Standardize and streamline annual and ad‑hoc information security audits and assessments in compliance with FedRAMP, CJIS, SSAE‑18 SOC 1 and SOC 2 and other requirements.
• Assist in coordinating third parties to complete assessments when relevant; monitor and enforce compliance to security policies; manage contract and vendor security requirements.
• Research and interpret current and pending laws, regulations, industry standards and client/vendor commitments to communicate compliance requirements.
• Monitor investigations and documentation of information security compliance issues.
• Provide leadership and technology guidance to Tyler business units on security matters.
• Review architecture of products and infrastructure designs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, MIS or equivalent, or comparable experience.
• 10+ years of progressively increasing responsibility in information security architecture, engineering, risk management or IT.
• Strong experience architecting secure distributed infrastructures for medium to large enterprises.
• Experience with multiple operating systems, devices and databases including Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization, routing, switching, segmentation, and enterprise‑class security platforms (F5, Gemalto, IDS/IPS, Anti‑Virus).
• Understanding of complex local and wide‑area networks focusing on segmentation and protection across all OSI layers.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Must maintain one or more Security Assurance certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM or equivalent; working knowledge of FedRAMP, CJIS, ISO 27001, PCI‑DSS, SSAE 18 SOC 2, HIPAA, CCPA, etc.
• Strong understanding of information security standards, concepts, controls, testing techniques and technical risk assessment.
• Working knowledge of industry software security testing procedures such as OWASP Top 10 for thick client, web client, and API security testing.
• Experience with enterprise architecture and cross‑functional teams to implement solutions.
• Excellent customer service, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks in a fast‑paced, technical environment.
• Some travel (approximately 2–3 trips per year) may be required.
• Required to undergo and satisfactorily pass a fingerprint background check in accordance with CJIS requirements.
• The Security Architect must be able to:
  • Understand information security concepts such as Security Architecture and Design, Information Security Standards and Technical Security Risk Assessment.
  • Translate security control language into natural human language to aid in speed and accuracy of implementation.
  • Provide seamless integration to department and company resources.
  • Perform process development, consolidation and optimization at an enterprise level.
  • Independently gain knowledge on new and emerging trends.

As part of Tyler’s corporate staff, you will make an impact on outcomes that affect various areas of the company, supporting team members, clients, stakeholders and the public sector.

Yarmouth, Maine | Plano, Texas

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