Security Architect

Role Overview

• Lead the development and execution of security architecture strategies, roadmaps, and reference models across enterprise and product environments, aligned to business priorities
• Define and evolve security architecture frameworks, standards, and patterns, applying SABSA principles to support scalable and business-aligned outcomes
• Serve as a senior technical advisor to leadership, translating complex risks into clear mentorship and influencing multi-functional decisions
• Oversee architectural governance by reviewing and guiding designs across the organization to ensure alignment with security, regulatory, and operational requirements
• Partner with engineering and product teams to evaluate and implement security technologies, promoting secure-by-design principles
• Ensure security capabilities are integrated and continuously improved to address evolving threats and business needs
• Lead cross-functional efforts on complex security initiatives, applying sound judgment and practical problem-solving
• Contribute to the creation and refinement of security policies, standards, and guidelines to strengthen overall maturity
• Engage with senior stakeholders to align on priorities, communicate risk, and support key security initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity desired or a related field. Relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in information security, with at least 4 years in an Enterprise Security Architect role.
• Relevant certifications, such as CISSP or SABSA are highly desirable.
• Good understanding of network build, client/server architecture and cloud security across multiple cloud providers
• Familiarity with SABSA (Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture) framework is desirable.
• Understanding of security technologies, standards, and frameworks, including NIST.
• Proven blend of technical cybersecurity expertise and strong business insight, capable of translating complex security concepts into clear, actionable risk insights for diverse collaborators
• Demonstrable ability to collaborate across teams to support security initiatives through a pragmatic, risk-based approach
• Experience with threat modeling and developing architecture documentation and designs.
• Must be able to develop presentations tailored for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Clear and effective communication skills, paired with the ability to foster positive relationships and coordinate well with various groups.
• Strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking to craft innovative solutions to complex security challenges.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience in working with a geographically dispersed team.

Tech Stack

• Cloud
• Cyber Security

Benefits

• Robust benefits package