Security Architect

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Who You’ll Be Working With

If you have a strong background in IT, computer science, or software engineering, and are analytical, technologically savvy, solutions and process-focused, then the Technology & Operations team may be for you!

You’ll Be Responsible For The Following

• Lead end-to-end security architecture for platforms, applications, data, and infrastructure in multi-cloud/hybrid environments.
• Produce HLD/LLD, reusable reference architectures, and design patterns for critical controls (segmentation/zero trust, identity, data protection/crypto, runtime protection, observability, recovery).
• Embed secure-by-design/default principles through threat modeling, attack-surface reduction, least privilege, and service-to-service trust.
• Ensure proposed architectures align with security goals, objectives, and enterprise architecture principles, prioritizing cost-effectiveness and scalability.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Business Units, Engineering) to seamlessly integrate security into enterprise-wide architecture planning.
• Champion best practices and stay abreast of industry trends in cybersecurity and fraud prevention technologies.
• Provide expert technical guidance to project managers and stakeholders on security controls, countermeasures, and risk management approaches
• Lead the technical solutioning team in collaborative research, vendor assessment, and technology stack evaluation, fostering an agile and efficient environment.

We're Looking For

• 7+ years in security architecture/engineering with shipped, large-scale systems (finserv/fintech a plus).
• Depth in at least two of: cloud/platform security, identity & access, data protection/crypto, network segmentation/zero trust, platform/endpoint security; working knowledge across adjacent domains.
• Hands-on familiarity with Kubernetes/containers, service mesh, API gateways, IaC (e.g., Terraform), secrets management, and modern telemetry.
• Strong threat modeling, architectural documentation, stakeholder communication, and decision-recording skills.
• Familiarity with BSP regulations and global frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST 800-53/CSF, PCI DSS, CIS Benchmarks, MITRE ATT&CK).

What We Offer

Opportunity for career growth and development in the #1 FinTech company in the country Working with a dynamic and highly collaborative team who want to change the game A company that values their people with highly competitive and flexible compensation and benefits package