Security Architect
The role
What does a Security Architect do?
Security architects develop information technology rules and requirements that describe baseline and target architectures and support enterprise mission needs. Advanced technical knowledge of network/web protocols, infrastructure, authentication, enterprise risk management, security engineering, communications and network security, identity and access management and incident response are critical to success in this role.
The details
Security Architect career paths

Domain knowledge
- Systems Architecture
- System Administration

Related job titles
- Enterprise Architect
- Solutions Architect
- Enterprise Security Architect
- Infrastructure Architect
- Data Architect
- Cloud Solutions Architect

Common certifications
Security Architect career paths

NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Get ready to explore the NIST Cybersecurity Framework learning path, where we peek behind the curtain of NIST cybersecurity fundamentals. Learn about the industry-recognized framework for improving infrastructure cybersecurity.

ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (2021 Update)
This path prepares you to take the CISSP exam and covers all of the relevant topics, including the Common Body of Knowledge.

Plans & pricing
Infosec Skills Personal
$299 / year
- 190+ role-guided learning paths (e.g., Ethical Hacking, Threat Hunting)
- 100s of hands-on labs in cloud-hosted cyber ranges
- Custom certification practice exams (e.g., CISSP, Security+)
- Skill assessments
- Infosec peer community support
Infosec Skills Teams
$799 per license / year
- Team administration and reporting
- Dedicated client success manager
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Single sign-on (SSO)
Easily authenticate and manage your learners by connecting to any identity provider that supports the SAML 2.0 standard.
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Integrations via API
Retrieve training performance and engagement metrics and integrate learner data into your existing LMS or HRS.
- 190+ role-guided learning paths and assessments (e.g., Incident Response)
- 100s of hands-on labs in cloud-hosted cyber ranges
- Create and assign custom learning paths
- Custom certification practice exams (e.g., CISSP, CISA)
- Optional upgrade: Guarantee team certification with live boot camps
Unlock 7 days of free training
- 1,400+ hands-on courses and labs
- Certification practice exams
- Skill assessments