Principal Information Security Architect

DescriptionThe Information Security (IS) Principal Architect is a key leader in the Security Architecture team within the Chief information and Security (CISO) Office. In this role, you are a subject matter expert who, designs, reviews, and helps develop the security architecture for the organization. In the security space, this includes, but is not limited to, critical cloud infrastructure components and capabilities such as Shared Responsibility Model, Identity and Access Management, Security Visibility tools such as Splunk, Datadog, Encryption Capabilities and tool sets such as Hashicorp Vault and CyberArk. Primary responsibilities include: Helping ensure that security is natively incorporated into the organizations cloud operating environment and that these environments are sufficiently armored to defend against modern cyber threats. Maintaining current knowledge of emerging cyber threats, new technologies, compliance requirements, and recommends cyber security enhancements and purchases that allow Citizens Bank to maintain healthy and functional systems. Architecture and development of automation and orchestration across cryptographic frameworks Defining and communicating the technology direction by collaborating with IT and business stakeholders to establish and maintain Architecture Roadmaps. These define the target architecture direction and high-level roadmap for cryptographic platforms that will benefit multiple business divisions and organizations Leading efforts to prioritize, establish and maintain cryptographic Principals and design patterns to promote reuse, improve stability and improve security Conducting architectural risk and impact assessments of the IT Application environments. Determining security requirements by evaluating business strategies and requirements, researching information security standards, conducting system security and vulnerability analyses and risk assessments, and identifying integration issues. Operating as a security subject matter expert with regards to strengths and weaknesses of the cloud environments and being able to recommend improvements to both software and hardware. Qualifications5 or more years in system, cloud, security administration, controls or information management experience and/or Security Engineer/Architect/Consultant 5 or more years of security architecture experience in Amazon AWS and/or Microsoft Azure. Demonstrated ability to think strategically about business, product and technical challenges. Experience creating an enterprise architecture (application, data, and technical) that is aligned to business and IT imperatives. Familiarity with security industry standards (ISO 17799, ISO 27001/2, ISO 31000, NIST 800 series, etc.) Experience with internal controls, risk assessments, business process and internal IT control testing or operational auditing Experience in defining and implementing cloud security and solid understanding of best practices Proven influencing experience at senior levels within an organization Excellent verbal and written communication skills Education and Certifications: Bachelor''s degree (Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering preferred) CISSP other relevant security certifications and knowledge of ISO and NIST security standards preferred Hours & Work Schedule: Hours per Week: 40 Work Schedule: Monday through Friday LI-RemoteSome job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.Why Work for UsAt Citizens, you''ll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth.Equal Employment OpportunityCitizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability or perceived disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleagues or a dependents reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer/Disabled/VeteranCitizens is a brand name of Citizens Bank, N.A. and each of its respective affiliates.

Created: 2025-09-06