Security Architect Sr (Identity & Access Management Focus)

PNC•Strongsville, OH

22h•Onsite

About The Position

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Security Architect Sr within PNC's [name of division] organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA or Dallas, TX or Strongsville, OH or Birmingham, AL. At PNC, the Senior Security Architect is part of the Security Architecture organization and is responsible for securing enterprise systems by defining, governing, and applying security architecture standards across business and technology initiatives. The role spans architecture, governance, standards, and advisory services, working closely with engineering, architecture, and delivery teams. Leads in securing enterprise information, systems, and development by developing and/or reviewing security requirements; planning, designing, and reviewing business and security systems; creates architectural artifacts; provides standards and governance oversight for the enterprise. Leads and participates in discovery efforts related to the introduction of new technologies. Prepare artifacts as required to communicate concepts and provide overall alignment with Enterprise Architecture. Collaborate with Engineering and other partners to ensure alignment with the overall intended design. Defines Security standards, and leads in the use and adoption of frameworks that align with overall business and technology strategy. Maintain and update architecture systems of record. Participate with engineering and other SME on best practices to consume technology and other standards. Leverages broad knowledge base and subject matter expertise to provide guidance. Leads in the governance and interpretation of architectural standards, design concepts, and frameworks. Monitors industry security updates, technologies and best practices to improve security management. Designs and collaborates on solutions that balance business requirements with information and security requirements. Leads challenging and complex conversations to provide specific recommendations. Provides approval for architectural direction. Identifies security design gaps in existing and proposed architectures and recommend changes or enhancements to existing processes, systems, including in depth analysis, presentations, and executive engagement.

Requirements

Broad knowledge of security concepts, standards, and frameworks aligned to enterprise business and technology strategy.
Ability to evaluate technology landscapes and explain security impacts, risks, and design tradeoffs to diverse stakeholders.
Strong analytical thinking, reasoning, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with engineering, platform, and application teams to ensure IAM solutions align with approved architecture and enterprise standards.
Ability to create diagrams and written materials to clearly communicate architectural intent and alignment across multiple security domains and technologies, adapting to shifting priorities and governance processes.
Security background with senior-level experience in security architecture with demonstrated IAM domain expertise.
University / college degree (Bachelor's degree).
Typically 8+ years of industry relevant experience.
Access Control (AC)
Architecture Frameworks
Building Architecture
Customer Solutions
Disaster Recovery Planning
Enterprise Security Architecture
Information Security
Network Security
Physical Security
Risk Assessments
Security Technologies
Analytical Thinking
Effective Communications
Information Security Management
Information Security Technologies
IT Architecture
IT Environment
IT Standards, Procedures & Policies
Knowledge of Organization
Problem Solving

Nice To Haves

ISC² Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) preferred but not required.
Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable.

Responsibilities

Secure enterprise information, systems, and application development by reviewing security requirements and designing security architectures aligned to business needs.
Create and maintain security architecture artifacts, patterns, standards, and systems of record.
Provide standards and governance oversight across the enterprise, including interpretation of architectural standards and frameworks.
Lead and participate in technology discovery efforts, especially for emerging or new technologies.
Collaborate with engineers, architects, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure solutions align with intended designs and security requirements.
Provide consultations and guidance on common security architecture issues and design tradeoffs.
Support day-to-day operational services within the Security Architecture function.
Monitor industry security trends, standards, and technologies to continuously improve security management practices.
Participate in and lead complex discussions, providing clear recommendations that balance risk, security, and business outcomes.
Define Security standards, and lead in the use and adoption of frameworks that align with overall business and technology strategy.
Leverage broad knowledge base and subject matter expertise to provide guidance.
Provide approval for architectural direction.
Identify security design gaps in existing and proposed architectures and recommend changes or enhancements to existing processes, systems, including in depth analysis, presentations, and executive engagement.

Benefits

Medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature)
Dental and vision options
Employee and spouse/child life insurance
Short and long-term disability protection
401(k) with PNC match
Pension and stock purchase plans
Dependent care reimbursement account
Back-up child/elder care
Adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
Educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
A robust wellness program with financial incentives
Maternity and/or parental leave
Up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law
Between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service