Security Architect
Company Description
Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to accomplish their financial goals and help them save time and money.
We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.
We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.
Description
The Security Architect will design and implement security solutions across enterprise platforms, products, and cloud environments. You will focus on first-line security activities. It ensures architecture for identity and access management (IAM), cloud security, main management, vulnerability management, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) security, and application security. The architect will collaborate with engineering and product teams to embed security into platforms and services from launch. You will report to the Senior Director, Security Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Security Architecture & Design
- Maintain security architecture for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Design IAM frameworks, including RBAC, SSO, MFA, and privileged access management.
- Define security patterns and reference architectures for products and platforms.
- Integrate security principles into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices.
- First-Line Security Activities
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- Perform threat modeling and security risk assessments for new features and platforms.
- Approve security designs for applications, APIs, and microservices.
- Validate security controls during architecture reviews and design sessions.
- Implement cloud-native security controls (encryption, main management, network segmentation).
- Ensure compliance with cloud security best practices and frameworks (CIS Benchmarks, NIST).
- Collaborate with cloud engineering teams to enforce secure configurations.
- Design and implement secure important management solutions (KMS, HSM).
- Define policies for encryption, main rotation, and lifecycle management.
- Establish architecture for vulnerability scanning and remediation workflows.
- Integrate vulnerability management into CI/CD and container security processes.
- Define security standards for Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Implement automated security checks for IaC templates and pipelines.
- Partner with product teams to embed security requirements early in the SDLC.
- Support security testing strategies (SAST, DAST, container scanning).
- Document security architecture decisions and maintain architecture artifacts.
- Work with compliance and audit teams to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Provide architecture documentation and evidence for audits and certifications (SOC2, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS).
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in security architecture or engineering.Knowledge of:
- Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- IAM solutions
- Main management systems (AWS KMS, HSM)
- Vulnerability management tools
- IaC security (Terraform, CloudFormation, policy-as-code)
- Application security (OWASP, secure coding practices)
- Familiarity with Zero Trust principles and modern security frameworks.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in security architecture or engineering.
- Knowledge of:
- Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) IAM solutions Important management systems (AWS KMS, HSM) Vulnerability management tools IaC security (Terraform, CloudFormation, policy-as-code) Application security (OWASP, secure coding practices) Familiarity with Zero Trust principles and modern security frameworks.Benefits/Perks:
- Great compensation package and bonus plan
- Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
- Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
- Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays
- Explore all our exciting benefits here: https://yourexperianbenefits.com/cand-index.html
Additional Information
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- FSA
- HSA
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
Work Flexibility
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Flexible Work Hours
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Commuter Benefits Program
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Volunteer Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Performance Bonus
- Stock Purchase Program
Professional Development
- Leadership Training Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Mentor Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program