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The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."

The Principal Information Security Architect is a member of the Information Security Risk Management Team and establishes, maintains, and facilitates the implementation of security standards, baselines, and security best practices within TNC's information technology environment. This role will also work alongside the Enterprise Architecture function, IT Operations, and DevOps teams to design the security aspects of IT systems as part of IT-led project teams and will conduct project-level security design reviews, working closely with members of Information Security's Red Team, to identify infrastructure security risks during system design and implementation and to recommend mitigations. A significant focus for the position will be on public cloud provider-related security standards and this role will work in close partnership with the Cloud Center of Excellence function to provide that expertise.

• Experience in design review of application, networking, and cloud-based infrastructure from a security context.
• Experience creating, implementing, and refining security policies.
• Experience establishing and maintaining security baselines, patterns, and best practices with a varied set of technologies including server, application, networking, endpoint, and public cloud infrastructure.
• Experience with endpoint configuration management tools and endpoint baseline management.
• Ability to use an evidence-based approach to security design and risk management.
• Experience with using architectural diagraming concepts and tools.
• Understanding of information security risk management concepts.
• Understanding of core cloud solution components (e.g., service, compute, storage, and network) with a specialty in security, networking, and data access, and general knowledge of cloud developer capabilities.
• Knowledge of software and product development lifecycle practices.
• Experience working across teams with technical and non-technical staff.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts to a variety of audiences and build consensus on a path forward.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent technical experience.
• 6 years' experience as a business professional in IT or related field.
• Experience in analyzing, defining, and documenting complex systems requirements.
• Experience in communicating effectively with internal and external audiences.
• Experience with system life cycle and project management principles, best practices, and concepts.
• Experience configuring, operating, or auditing Public Cloud technology including AWS or Microsoft/Azure offerings for Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), or Software as a Service (SaaS).

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a decentralized global organization, supporting staff and/or systems located in multiple states and/or countries.
• Experience with security controls standards such as NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, Cloud Security Alliance Cloud Controls Matrix, Center for Internet Security Critical Security Controls.
• CI/CD software systems knowledge.
• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Experience with Agile tools and concepts.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service skill.
• Certifications such as GSEC, GDSA, Associate of (ISC)2, Microsoft MCA, AWS Certified Security - Specialty.

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $114,000 - $170,900 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

To apply for job ID 56503, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

Our recruiting process is a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.