Cybersecurity Architect

Santander; Boadilla del Monte; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading financial institution in Boadilla del Monte is seeking a Cybersecurity Architect to design and implement cybersecurity solutions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in information security and a strong understanding of security architecture frameworks. You'll collaborate with stakeholders and manage security assessments to ensure compliance. This role promises a fast-paced environment with cutting-edge technology.

Servicios

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in information security, especially in architecture roles.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance risk and compliance.
• Experience in the financial services sector preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement cybersecurity solutions to protect assets.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure secure architectural solutions.
• Conduct security assessments of proposed systems.

Conocimientos

Information security experience

Network security

Application security

Identity and access management

Strong communication skills

Leadership abilities

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Descripción del empleo

Cybersecurity Architect

We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Architect to join our Information Security team. This role serves as the critical bridge between business units, enterprise architecture, and security engineering to design and implement cybersecurity solutions that protect the institution’s assets, data, and reputation.

As a Cybersecurity Architect in our institution, you will play a critical role in safeguarding our customers’ trust and enabling the banks’ strategic initiatives. You will work in a dynamic environment with cutting-edge technology, a highly skilled team, and a commitment to innovation in cybersecurity.

Strategic Liaison & Solution Design

Partner with business stakeholders, enterprise architects, and technology teams to understand business objectives and translate them into secure architectural solutions.

Ensure security solutions align with the institution’s enterprise architecture principles, cybersecurity policies, and regulatory obligations.

Provide expert input during solution design reviews to ensure secure-by-design principles are applied.

Security Review Management

Oversee and prioritize incoming requests for security architecture and design reviews.

Conduct timely, thorough, and high-quality security assessments of proposed systems, applications, and infrastructure.

Ensure process is followed to document and justify the security review, in compliance with our internal process, ensuring quality documentation to satisfy oversight by regulators and oversight.

Document and communicate recommendations, security gaps, and remediation actions in clear, business-friendly language.

What You Bring

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience: Computer Science, Engineering or Information Technology Management, or equivalent field. – Required.

• Years of experience in information security, with at least years in a security architecture or equivalent role.

Experience in the financial services sector. Strongly preferred.

In-depth knowledge of security architecture frameworks (e.g., SABSA, TOGAF, NIST CSF).

Expertise in network security, application security, identity and access management, encryption, and cloud security.

Familiarity with regulatory requirements relevant to financial institutions (e.g., FFIEC, GLBA, PCI-DSS, SOX).

Strong business acumen with the ability to balance risk, compliance, and operational needs.

Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Proven leadership abilities in managing projects, resources, and stakeholder relationships.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timeliness and quality of security architecture reviews.
• Alignment of proposed solutions with enterprise and security standards.
• Team performance and resource utilization efficiency.
• Stakeholder satisfaction with cybersecurity architecture services.

Certifications

• PMP: Project Management Professional – Preferred.

It Would Be Nice For You To Have

Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.

Experience in Microsoft Office products.

What Else You Need To Know

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.

Base Pay Range

Minimum: $,. USD

Maximum: $,. USD

Link to Santander Benefits

Risk Culture

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and / or furniture may be required.

Employer Rights

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

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