Application Security Architect

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West Monroe isn’t a start-up consulting firm, but we act like one.

From day one, our people have the opportunity to make a definitive personal impact for their clients and their careers. What does this mean? It means we seek out the best of the best, and then we challenge them to make us better.

If you are looking to be a “behind the scenes” technologist, this isn’t the place for you. We celebrate driven professionals who thrive in a collaborative environment. Our consultants work on front lines – partnering with clients to deliver game changing solutions in the most dynamic industries. Sound interesting?  Then West Monroe Partners just might be the place for you.

Think you’re up to the challenge?

West Monroe is seeking consultants with experience leading technical projects involved in application security for our Security and Infrastructure Practice. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and team-based project environment.  Successful candidates should be driven to provide high quality delivery in a number of industries, be client-facing, and be a capable team leader of this technical solution.

What will you be doing? 

  • Assessing current state client business processes, gathering and defining business and technology requirements, and re-engineering new business processes, capabilities, and supporting technologies for clients
  • Evaluating, recommending, architecting, and implementing highly scalable business processes, technology, and strategies for security
  • Partner directly with clients and West Monroe Partners’ project teams to implement processes and technology that support various technical and business functions
  • Work with a small project team as a hands-on leader
  • Work with software developers to identify architectural security weakness and provide guidance on secure coding and industry best practices
  • Identify, select, and implement security solutions for protecting sensitive data
  • Provide expertise on authentication, entitlements, identity management (Single Sign On), data leak prevention, data protection, encryption, etc. to developers and IT organizations.
  • The Architect also develops methodology and best practices with the national Security and Infrastructure (S&I) practice team, and actively leads and participates in S&I business development opportunities.
  • You’ll be asked to mentor and grow your teams of junior consultants with the end goal of continued development of our team. Identify strengths and opportunities for improvement to develop better behavior to create strong consultants
  • Manage client relationships and meet with clients to determine business and functional requirements 
  • Translate business and technical requirements  into concrete projects proposals  including detailed work plans and cost estimates
  • Contribute to business development process at an existing client, as well as emerging technology
  • Promote thought leadership in emerging technologies; from partnerships to go-to-market offerings, to strategy, to design and implementation
  • Be in the market publishing and speaking about the evolving cloud/IaaS industry standards
  • Actively build a professional network and affiliate network in the local community

Here’s what you need to bring to the table:

  • 3 - 5 years’ experience in Security, with demonstrable experience in application security
  • Minimum of 8 years’ experience within IT
  • 2+ years of hands-on software development experience, or experience with development languages/frameworks
  • Capacity to communicate with Development  team and create detailed specifications for technical requirements to drive business needs
  • Domain expertise in designing applications/architectures for enterprise grade applications to secure sensitive data and prevent data leakage.
  • Prior management consulting experience is preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or another related degree strongly preferred 
  • Strong project management experience and skills, and ability to drive projects through to completion
  • Ability to travel up to 80% in a client-facing capacity.
  • Must be able to legally work in the US without limitation

 

Think you got what it takes? Join our team and make us better.

 

West Monroe Partners is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - 
We believe in treating each employee and applicant for employment fairly and with dignity. We base our employment decisions on merit, experience, and potential, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law.

 

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Technology we use

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Location

Chicago is our headquarters, our largest office, and where it all started. Located in the Loop, you’ll find representation across all practices and industries. As our first office, Chicago remains one of the firm’s main hubs for technology and innovation, relying on top talent from the area.

An Insider's view of West Monroe

How does your team reward individual success?

We have this incredible platform called SHOUTOUT, where employees can showcase the great work they have done or worked on with a team. I love it because we can see all the kudos people give each other, and it makes me so happy!

Britt

Employer Brand Specialist

How do you collaborate with other teams in the company?

West Monroe's collaborative culture allows you to grow professionally by working across practices, industries and offices - all while creating value for the client.

Kirsten

Director, Mergers & Acquisitions

What makes someone successful on your team?

If you refuse to shy away from a challenge and enjoy working with an intelligent group of people that genuinely care about those around them, your success will be imminent at West Monroe.

Adam

Senior Manager, Technology

What are West Monroe Perks + Benefits

West Monroe Benefits Overview

Choosing where to build your career is an important decision. Should you choose to build it with West Monroe, we take that commitment seriously.

We believe that when people get the support they need to thrive, they care more, do more, and achieve more. In fact, that’s our whole business strategy. So we strive to provide a total rewards model that illustrates our commitment to our people and their growth, creating value today, tomorrow, and well into the future. We invest in you through an attractive package of rewards that promotes your health and well-being, your financial future, your development, and your satisfaction and enjoyment at work.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
Open office floor plan
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity employee resource groups
West Monroe has six ERGs: Black Employee Network, Interfaith, Pan-Asian Network, SOMOS, WMPride, and Women's Leadership Network.
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Company equity
Employee stock purchase plan
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
Company sponsored family events
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Recreational clubs
Fitness stipend
Home-office stipend for remote employees
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Online course subscriptions available
Paid industry certifications

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