Cyber Security Architect

Regions Bank•Hoover, AL

10h•Onsite

About The Position

At Regions, the Cyber Security Architect contributes to the advancement of Regions’ cyber security program and its capabilities through developing, communicating, and implementing a security architecture. This position establishes secure development practices which increases the security of internal systems. Additionally, this position collaborates closely with key stakeholders and teams as part of business projects and/or initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or related field
Five (5) years of experience in cyber security, with a focus on software development, secure software development lifecycle (SDLC), or security architecture
Ability to effectively evaluate risk vs. reward
Ability to independently problem solve with sound judgement
Ability to translate complex technical information across all levels of the organization through communications and/or presentations
Ability to work in a team environment when applicable
Advanced knowledge of risks associated with virtualization and cloud-based computing and the impact of those technologies on an organizations security posture
Advanced knowledge of security principles, solutions, tools, methodologies, and techniques
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
Strong project management skills
Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
Strong work ethic and self-motivation

Nice To Haves

Experience in the design and implementation of cyber security solutions

Responsibilities

Contributes to the development and establishment of a strategic cyber security architecture and strategic vision, including standards and frameworks that are aligned with the overall business and Regions’ information technology strategy
Works closely with Enterprise Architecture and Application Development groups to enhance the security posture of new and existing systems
Contributes to the design of cyber security architecture, evaluates and mitigates potential risk, and, when necessary, approves implementation of systems and applications into production
Performs assessments using the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cyber Security Framework and the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) Cyber Assessment Tool to identify gaps and remediate deficiencies
Ensures systems and applications are implemented with compensating controls to meet regulatory requirements (e.g. GLBA, SOX, HIPPA, FFIEC, etc.) as well as other organizational compliance (PCI) requirements
Tracks metrics for compliance to internal cyber security standards set by application and system owners
Offers advice and guidance to junior architects, assisting in the development of necessary skills and technical knowledge