Information Security Architect
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Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, 19107, USA
Listed on 2026-08-05
Listing for:
Drexel University
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-05
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Information Security & Data Protection, IT Consultant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a comprehensive, global, R1-level research institution with a unique model of experiential learning that combines academic rigor with one of the nation's premier cooperative education programs. Drexel was founded in 1891 to provide educational opportunities for people of all backgrounds. Today, we continue to prepare graduates of diverse backgrounds to become purpose-driven professionals and agents for positive change.
Learn more about Drexel and our shared values.
Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world-class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award-winning A Healthier U wellness program.
In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non-certification programs. Drexel also participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. For more information on our extensive benefit offerings, please review Drexel's Benefits Brochure.
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Information Security Architect
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University City - Philadelphia, PA
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Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of IT Security and working closely with the campus community and outside parties, the information security architect protects the people, the information, and the systems of Drexel University through the design, implementation, and support of security architecture and programs.
Essential Functions
* Support the Director of IT Security's work on leadership, strategy, policy, risk management, disaster recovery, business continuity, compliance, external relations, and emerging technologies and threats.
* Lead and oversee vulnerability and risk management activities, including identification, prioritization, and coordination of remediation efforts.
* Guide the evaluation and management of third-party vendors, consultants, and related risk assessment activities.
* Provide expertise in incident response, forensics, and threat detection, including advising on response strategies and improvements.
* End-point security, including encryption at rest.
* Network security, including encryption in transit.
* Cloud computing and software contracts.
* Support coordination and continuous improvement of security operations and monitoring capabilities.
* Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
* Minimum of a Master's Degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
* Minimum of 3 years of experience experience in information security or 5 total years of experience in information technology, with at least 1 focusing on information security.
* Mastery of and experience with 4 or more of the following functions:
* Management of information security technologies to protect information, networks, servers, endpoints, and cloud services (e.g., firewalls, antivirus, encryption, data leak prevention, security information and event management systems, and intrusion detection and prevention systems)
* Risk assessment and third-party/vendor security management
* Vulnerability and threat management
* Incident detection, documentation, response, and remediation
* Identity management
* Application of information security and privacy laws, regulations and guidelines, (e.g., data breach state laws, FERPA, HIPAA, NIST, PCI-DSS, DFARS, and GDPR)
Location
* University City - Philadelphia, PA
Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt, grade N. Compensation for this grade ranges from $99,720 -$149,580 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position will vary based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.
Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel's compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel's Benefits Brochure.
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.
Advertised:
Jul 7 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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