Staff Security Architect , VP

at  State Street

Job Description for Staff Security Architect
Who we are looking for:
The State Street Global Cybersecurity team is looking for a Staff Security Architect. The Cybersecurity team delivers platforms, architecture, and tooling to help Cybersecurity teams make faster, more informed decisions as we work to secure State Street’s digital footprint. As a Staff Security Architect on the Security Architecture Governance Engineering (SAGE) team, you will focus on performing security risk assessment of in-house developed applications, cloud platforms, and vendor solutions. You will help define the reference architectures, security technical standards and enforce their adherence enterprise wide.

What you will be responsible for:

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, threat modelling, and vulnerability analysis to

identify potential security gaps and develop mitigation strategies.

• Perform Application Architecture security reviews, documenting risk assessment finding and proposing remediation.
• Help shift security left by having tollgates in place for security testing to be done early in SDLC (Software Development Lifecycle) and by ensuring security considerations are embedded in early architecture designs.
• Strong understanding of identity federation (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, etc.)
• Designing and documenting reusable security reference architecture patterns.
• Develop Technical security standards, aligning and enforcing these across the organization.
• Work closely with IAM architects, Cloud Architects, Solution Architects, Security teams, and other stakeholders.
• Help harden the security control on cloud landing zone and cloud services.
• Participate in regular security audits and compliance activities.
• Review vendor product security, ensure a shared responsibly model is in place.
• Help guide teams through the security related governance processes.

What we value:

• Strong understanding of IAM technologies, ITDR, UEBA and behavior analytics platforms
• Hands-on experience in working with AD in both on-premises and hybrid environments, including Azure AD (Microsoft Entra ID).
• Good problem solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of diagnostic and support tools used in a support environment.
• Virtual leadership experience with ability to effectively drive results, provide feedback/direction, and manage and build relationships with leaders and team members in a geographically dispersed team environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of data organizing or structuring complex data across varied data sources.
• Experience in security engineering, with a focus on hybrid and multi cloud solutions.
• Knowledge of scripting, automation and security analytics, and attack path analysis tools.
• Hands experience in designing and securing cloud-based solutions and cloud services.
• Certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or AWS Certified Security - Specialty can be beneficial.
• Experience in design and documenting application solution architecture.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• You have multiyear (>8 years) experience within Cybersecurity including SecOps, penetration testing, security analytics, threat hunting, and/or security architecture.
• Bachelor’s degree in cyber security, Computer Science, or related technical discipline, with >6 years of experience.
• You have experience with security observability and identity threat monitoring in hybrid cloud environments.
• You have a proven ability to Independently drive transformational security projects cross-organization.
• You have knowledge of security testing and penetration testing tools and techniques, and with security analytics tools and platforms.
• You are a strong communicator who is comfortable working cross-functionally, with a track record of delivering results and demonstrating strong ownership.
• Preference for candidates who have had experience in security analytics, security research, offensive security, or advanced threat prevention teams.
• Given that much activity will have to be centred in US ET hours, we are looking for a candidate located on the eastern seaboard.

Are you the right candidate? Yes!
We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.
Why this role is important to us
Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We’re driving the company’s digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence and robotics process automation.
We offer a collaborative environment where technology skills and innovation are valued in a global organization. We’re looking for top technical talent to join our team and deliver creative technology solutions that help us become an end-to-end, next-generation financial services company.
Join us if you want to grow your technical skills, solve real problems and make your mark on our industry.
About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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