Cybersecurity Architect

About the Role

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Architect to define and govern cybersecurity architecture across IP networks, connectivity, critical infrastructure, and digital environments. In this role, you will ensure that security is embedded directly into system design, meeting rigorous business, technical, operational, and regulatory requirements.

Project Overview

• Rate: 230 - 250 PLN net/h (B2B)
• Location: 100% Remote
• Contract Duration: 3 months
• Language Requirements: English (B2/C1)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and maintain cybersecurity architectures, reference standards, and technical guidelines.
• Define technical security requirements for IP networks, WAN/LAN, data centers, connectivity, and critical infrastructure.
• Establish baseline requirements for network segmentation, next-gen firewalls, encryption, access control, IAM/PAM, and secure system configurations.
• Specify security monitoring, logging, audit trails, and SOC integration requirements.
• Conduct threat modeling, security risk assessments, and comprehensive architecture reviews.
• Author High-Level Designs (HLDs), technical specifications, and security scopes for RFPs.
• Evaluate vendor solutions and verify compliance with industry standards and applicable regulations (including NCA and CST frameworks).
• Partner with cross-functional engineering, infrastructure, operations, and cybersecurity teams.

Required Experience & Skills

• 10+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity, network security, or infrastructure security.
• 5+ years in dedicated security architecture or technical leadership roles.
• Deep technical knowledge of network security protocols, firewalls, cryptographic controls, PKI, IAM/PAM, and security monitoring tooling.
• Proven experience in critical infrastructure, telecommunications, or large-scale enterprise environments.
• Practical mastery of Zero Trust architecture, Defense in Depth principles, threat modeling, and risk management frameworks.
• Demonstrated track record of producing robust architecture documentation, HLDs, and RFP technical criteria.
• Strong technical communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Professional working proficiency in English (minimum B2/C1).