Key skills
AWSAzureGCPIAMLeadershipRisk ManagementCommunicationCritical ThinkingNetwork SecurityCloud SecurityZero Trust
About this role
What is Landstar?
Landstar stands for safe, secure and reliable transportation services delivered by our unique network of small business owners. Independent agents and capacity providers operating under the Landstar umbrella enjoy the strength and support of one of the industry’s most stable and successful companies. Our network of independent entrepreneurs provide customers with personalized service at the local level with the global reach and resources of a multi-billion dollar company.
Location: Hybrid – Jacksonville, FL
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8-5
What work will you perform?
The Cybersecurity Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-level security architectures that protect Landstar’s confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This role serves as a strategic advisor and technical expert, ensuring security is embedded across all initiatives and aligned with business objectives.
Essential Responsibilities:
• Security Architecture & Design
◦ Develop and maintain enterprise security architecture frameworks, standards, and guidelines.
◦ Design secure solutions for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
◦ Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA).
• Risk Management
◦ Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments for new and existing solutions.
◦ Recommend mitigation strategies and security controls based on risk analysis.
• Technology Leadership
◦ Evaluate emerging security technologies and trends; provide recommendations for adoption.
◦ Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and DevSecOps teams to integrate security best practices.
• Governance & Compliance
◦ Define and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
◦ Support audits and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Incident Response & Advisory
◦ Serve as a subject matter expert during security incidents and investigations.
◦ Provide guidance on secure coding practices and vulnerability remediation.
Required Minimum Experience and Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
• 10 years of experience in cybersecurity
• 5 years in an architecture or senior technical role
Preferred Experience and Education:
• Master’s degree
• CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or CIAC (GSTRT, GCIH, GSEC).
• Cloud security certifications (AWS Certified Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Strong knowledge of:
◦ Incident detection and response, end point security, network security, identity and access management (IAM), encryption, secure protocols, recovery strategies, policy development, audit processes, risk management, third-party risk management, and penetration / red team testing.
◦ Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container security.
◦ Zero Trust architecture and modern security frameworks.
◦ Familiarity with compliance standards: NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, SOC 2.
◦ Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and vulnerability management technologies.
• Strong ability to break down complex problems.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
Why work at Landstar?
Landstar is seeking hard-working and dedicated employees committed to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. We employ a highly diverse workforce and welcome employees from all cultures and backgrounds to our team.
Our workplace culture is second-to-none. Landstar provides a safe and professional work environment in which to thrive and grow. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefit plans including affordable medical plans, employer 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition assistance and much more.
If you want to be part of a top-notch transportation company with an emphasis on safety, service, teamwork, and dedication then Landstar is the place for you!
Landstar is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Landstar will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should send an e-mail to employment@landstar.com.
Privacy Policy
Landstar uses application information only for employment related purposes, including background investigations and regulatory compliance. Landstar will not disclose the information to any other person or entity, unless compelled by force of law. Landstar stores your application information on computers operated by Ceridian. This on-line application software is provided by Ceridian under an agreement which specifies that Ceridian will not disclose or make any use of application information stored on its secure servers.
Landstar stands for safe, secure and reliable transportation services delivered by our unique network of small business owners. Independent agents and capacity providers operating under the Landstar umbrella enjoy the strength and support of one of the industry’s most stable and successful companies. Our network of independent entrepreneurs provide customers with personalized service at the local level with the global reach and resources of a multi-billion dollar company.
Location: Hybrid – Jacksonville, FL
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8-5
What work will you perform?
The Cybersecurity Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-level security architectures that protect Landstar’s confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This role serves as a strategic advisor and technical expert, ensuring security is embedded across all initiatives and aligned with business objectives.
Essential Responsibilities:
• Security Architecture & Design
◦ Develop and maintain enterprise security architecture frameworks, standards, and guidelines.
◦ Design secure solutions for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
◦ Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA).
• Risk Management
◦ Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments for new and existing solutions.
◦ Recommend mitigation strategies and security controls based on risk analysis.
• Technology Leadership
◦ Evaluate emerging security technologies and trends; provide recommendations for adoption.
◦ Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and DevSecOps teams to integrate security best practices.
• Governance & Compliance
◦ Define and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
◦ Support audits and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Incident Response & Advisory
◦ Serve as a subject matter expert during security incidents and investigations.
◦ Provide guidance on secure coding practices and vulnerability remediation.
Required Minimum Experience and Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
• 10 years of experience in cybersecurity
• 5 years in an architecture or senior technical role
Preferred Experience and Education:
• Master’s degree
• CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or CIAC (GSTRT, GCIH, GSEC).
• Cloud security certifications (AWS Certified Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Strong knowledge of:
◦ Incident detection and response, end point security, network security, identity and access management (IAM), encryption, secure protocols, recovery strategies, policy development, audit processes, risk management, third-party risk management, and penetration / red team testing.
◦ Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container security.
◦ Zero Trust architecture and modern security frameworks.
◦ Familiarity with compliance standards: NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, SOC 2.
◦ Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and vulnerability management technologies.
• Strong ability to break down complex problems.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
Why work at Landstar?
Landstar is seeking hard-working and dedicated employees committed to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. We employ a highly diverse workforce and welcome employees from all cultures and backgrounds to our team.
Our workplace culture is second-to-none. Landstar provides a safe and professional work environment in which to thrive and grow. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefit plans including affordable medical plans, employer 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition assistance and much more.
If you want to be part of a top-notch transportation company with an emphasis on safety, service, teamwork, and dedication then Landstar is the place for you!
Landstar is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Landstar will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should send an e-mail to employment@landstar.com.
Privacy Policy
Landstar uses application information only for employment related purposes, including background investigations and regulatory compliance. Landstar will not disclose the information to any other person or entity, unless compelled by force of law. Landstar stores your application information on computers operated by Ceridian. This on-line application software is provided by Ceridian under an agreement which specifies that Ceridian will not disclose or make any use of application information stored on its secure servers.