Hybrid Security Architect

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About the role

  • Define and execute the company’s multi-year security architecture strategy and roadmap.
  • Design, build, and implement enterprise-class security systems and architectures for all networks, applications, and infrastructure.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing security function that needs to scale with the company's growth.
  • Promote security best practices and technology advancements across IT, Engineering, and corporate teams.
  • Proactively identify gaps, risks, and challenges in security practices; recommend and implement strategic solutions.
  • Perform security reviews, lead vulnerability testing, and conduct risk assessments.
  • Develop and maintain risk management plans, incident response procedures, and business continuity protocols.
  • Serve as the Tier 3 escalation point for critical security alerts, leading investigation, containment, and mitigation.
  • Deploy, monitor, and continually improve security tools, controls, and operational processes.
  • Make data-driven decisions on security investments and technology adoption.
  • Partner with Engineering to integrate security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Collaborate with Legal, Privacy, and GRC teams to ensure compliance with SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and Cyber Essentials Plus.
  • Present security posture, risks, and recommendations to executive leadership in clear, business-aligned terms.
  • Manage security vendors, tools, and budgets to optimize outcomes and cost efficiency.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in Information Security, with a strong focus on security architecture
  • 5+ years of demonstrated experience as the SME leading and scaling security programs during periods of high-volume company growth (preferably at large, established enterprises)
  • Expert knowledge of security architectures across diverse technology stacks including: SOC2, ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, etc.
  • Proven ability to design and implement enterprise-class security systems
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and present effectively across executive and technical audiences
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven decision-making approach
  • Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams in complex environments
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field required
  • Master’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field preferred
  • Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CEH strongly preferred

Benefits

  • Competitive industry salaries
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-provided life and disability insurance
  • Matching 401 (k) plan
  • Employee Emergency Assistance Fund
  • Paid holidays and vacation time

Job title

Security Architect

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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