How to become a Security Architect?

Question

I don't know why but something about Security Architect interests me a lot. I want to become a Security Architect. But I don't know how to get that job. Can someone tell me what all should I do to get a job as a Security Architect?

Answer 1

Security Architect is a Senior level role and you can not directly get a job as a Security Architect. This is what you should do:

• Get a Bachelor's Degree IT related fields (Computer Science, Information Science etc)
• Get an entry-level job in Cyber-Security field (Security admin, Network admin, System admin etc)
• Get promoted to a mid-level role
• Get promoted as Security Architect

Answer 2

To become a Security Architect, you have to do some lower level jobs first. The path is as follows:

Entry-level ---> Mid-level job ---> Security Architect.

Entry level jobs are:

• Security Administrator
• Network Administrator
• System Administrator

Mid-level jobs are:

• Security Analyst
• Security Engineer
• Security Consultant

Answer 3

You need at least 4-5 years of experience in the field of System/Network security to become a Security Architect. Get the following certifications: CompTIA Security+, Ethical Hacking, CISSP. Then after enough experience, you can apply for jobs of Security Architect