Senior Infrastructure Security Architect

Edward Jones•Saint Louis, MO

43d•Hybrid

About The Position

Edward Jones is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Security Architect to lead strategic alignment of infrastructure security tools, processes, and capabilities across all security domains. This role is pivotal in ensuring that security architecture supports the firm's broader technology and business strategy, including cloud transformation, operational resilience, and risk reduction. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned security leader with deep expertise in infrastructure security, governance, and architecture. They will own and maintain key security templates and artifacts, provide expert guidance during reviews, and drive alignment with enterprise architecture and other technical organizations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
10+ years of experience in infrastructure security architecture within a complex, matrixed organization.
Deep understanding of infrastructure security domains including network security, endpoint protection, identity and access management, servers and containerization, applications, and cloud security.
Experience designing and implementing secure infrastructure architectures across hybrid cloud environments.
Extensive experience in securing endpoint devices (e.g., laptops, mobile devices, servers) through technologies such as EDR/XDR, antivirus, device hardening, and policy enforcement.
Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001).
Strong knowledge of security tooling such as SIEM, vulnerability management, configuration management, and cloud-native security services.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence technical direction at the enterprise level.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to build trust and credibility across technical and business teams.
Ability to assess and integrate proposed standards and technologies across interdependent systems.
Demonstrated experience in risk management and incident response within infrastructure environments.

Nice To Haves

Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, advanced network vendor certifications, ISC2 certifications, SANS certifications
Experience supporting advanced encryption solutions and post-quantum readiness
Experience securing AI/ML systems, including model governance, data pipeline protection, and secure deployment strategies.
Technology background in the financial sector
Understanding of various regulatory requirements and laws, including but not limited to NYDFS Cybersecurity Regulations and FINRA Regulations

Responsibilities

Own and maintain templates for security artifacts (e.g., Patterns, Baseline Control Documents, Procedures, Architecture Decision Records, and Standards) and manage a repository of completed, approved versions.
Provide expert infrastructure security guidance and oversight during security reviews and the development of security artifacts.
Lead strategic alignment of infrastructure security capabilities and processes with enterprise architecture and other technical domains.
Serve as a senior technical leader across the Information Security Division, influencing infrastructure security strategy and execution.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure infrastructure security solutions are scalable, resilient, and aligned with cloud-native and hybrid environments.
Monitor industry trends and emerging threats to inform infrastructure security strategy and tooling.
Engage with vendors and external partners to evaluate solutions, negotiate contracts, and represent the firm in technical forums.
Drive maturity of infrastructure security practices across cloud platforms (Azure, OCI, AWS, GCP) and on-premises environments.

Benefits

Edward Jones' compensation and benefits package includes medical and prescription drug, dental, vision, voluntary benefits (such as accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness), short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage.
Short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage are provided at no cost to associates.
Edward Jones offers a 401k retirement plan, and tax-advantaged accounts: health savings account, and flexible spending account.
Edward Jones observes ten paid holidays and provides 15 days of vacation for new associates beginning on January 1 of each year, as well as sick time, personal days, and a paid day for volunteerism.
Associates may be eligible for bonuses and profit sharing.
All associates are eligible for the firm's Employee Assistance Program.

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