Enterprise Information Security Architect
Core
Define enterprise security direction, influence strategic technology investments, and translate complex business/regulatory needs into secure, scalable architecture across cloud, applications, infrastructure, identity, data, networks, security operations, AI, and third-party services.
Role type
Senior IC Enterprise Information Security Architect
Builds
Enterprise security architecture strategy, principles, target state, multi-year roadmaps, reference architectures, reusable design patterns, standards, and decision records.
Domain
Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Security, Identity & Access Management, Risk Management
Required skills
Enterprise security architecture design, Cloud security (Azure/AWS/GCP), Identity and Access Management (Entra ID, AD, PAM, IAM), Threat modeling, Risk analysis, Security principles (NIST CSF, 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS, Zero Trust), DevSecOps, SIEM/EDR/XDR/DLP, API security, Network segmentation, SASE/SSE, Stakeholder management, Strategic planning
Preferred skills
Microsoft Azure expertise, AWS or Google Cloud experience, Okta, SailPoint, CISSP, ISSAP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC, SABSA, TOGAF, AI security
Technologies
Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Okta, SailPoint, SIEM, EDR/XDR, DLP, SASE/SSE
Responsibilities
Define and evolve enterprise security architecture strategy and roadmaps; Lead security architecture engagements for enterprise initiatives; Review solution designs and perform threat modeling/risk analysis; Develop reference architectures and reusable patterns; Partner with cross-functional teams to embed security early; Evaluate security technologies and vendors; Provide hands-on architectural guidance during implementation; Identify gaps and influence investment decisions; Facilitate architecture decisions among senior stakeholders; Monitor emerging technologies and incorporate insights into strategy.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
