Senior Data Security Architect

We are looking for an experienced Senior Data Security Architect who will focus on defining and managing strategic architecture design and execution activities across the Data Security domain. You will help define and implement data security architecture, security controls and long-term strategies protecting sensitive data across a large international organization.

Your tasks

• Design and implement data security architecture, enterprise security requirements, and security controls
• Develop data security strategies and standards aligned with cyber and information security requirements
• Identify security control deficiencies and drive sustainable risk remediation
• Support improvements to security processes, services and controls protecting sensitive data
• Promote cybersecurity best practices and provide expert guidance to internal and external stakeholders
• Support regulatory and organizational changes within the Data Security domain
• Share security expertise, mentor other specialists, and continuously improve processes within the area of responsibility

Requirements

• At least 12 years of overall IT experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a Security Architect, Tech Cyber Security Specialist, or comparable role
• Strong practical experience in the Data Security domain, including designing enterprise security solutions
• Deep understanding of information security, security architecture, and security controls, with the ability to identify and remediate security gaps
• Strong knowledge of protecting sensitive data and improving related security processes and services
• Ability to translate security requirements into practical architecture solutions and provide expert guidance to stakeholders
• Experience working with security requirements in complex, large-scale environments
• Fluency in English, including strong verbal and written communication skills suitable for senior-level stakeholders

Nice-to-have requirements

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) certification
• Familiarity with the TOGAF framework
• Experience in the banking and finance sectors
• Team management experience