Information Security Architect

PFH Technology Group; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PFH Technology Group is seeking an experienced Information Security Architect to guide cybersecurity governance, architecture, and compliance initiatives. You will shape security strategy, support NIS2 readiness, and drive improvements across enterprise environments.

The role requires 6+ years in cybersecurity, a degree in a related field, and mandatory NIST/NIS2 training with relevant certifications. Strong English fluency and cloud security experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of cybersecurity or information security architecture experience.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, information security or related field.
• NIST-related training is mandatory.
• NIS2-related training or demonstrable practical implementation experience is mandatory.
• One or more certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer.

Responsibilities

• Implement security frameworks across the organisation.
• Lead security architecture for full-stack IT infrastructure (apps, databases, OS, IAM, networks).
• Support NIS2 readiness and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Develop and maintain security architecture standards and roadmaps.

Skills

Cybersecurity architecture

NIS2 compliance

NIST CSF

Cloud security

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science / Information Security

Tools

Azure AD / Entra ID

Job description

Work mode- Hybrid (5 days per week, minimum 2 days in office)

Contract Type: 12 Months

Start Date: Mid-October 2026

Daily Rate: Strong Day Rate

Overview

PFH Technology is seeking an experienced Information Security Architect to support cybersecurity governance, architecture, resilience and compliance initiatives. The successful candidate will provide strategic security guidance, support NIS2 readiness activities, contribute to security architecture development, and drive security improvements across enterprise technology environments.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years substantial professional experience in cybersecurity, information security architecture or related security discipline.
• Bachelor’s or master's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity or a related discipline (mandatory).
• NIST-related training (mandatory).
• NIS2-related training or demonstrable practical implementation experience (mandatory).
• One or more of the following certifications: ISC2 CISSP, ISACA CISM, ISACA CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer (mandatory).
• Fluency in the English language.
• Key Experience / Competencies / Skillsets

Implementing Security Frameworks Across an Organisation

• NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
• NIS2 Directive.
• ISO 27001/27002.
• Cyber resilience and incident response frameworks.

Full Stack Knowledge of IT Infrastructure

• Applications.
• Databases.
• Operating Systems (Windows and Linux).
• Identity and Access Management.
• IP Networks (WAN, LAN).
• Security Technologies.
• Storage Networks.
• Backup Networks and Media.
• Cloud Governance and Security Architecture.
• Identity and Access Management (Entra ID / Azure AD, federated identity).
• Cloud Security Monitoring and Logging.
• SaaS, PaaS and IaaS Security Controls.

Industry and Regulatory Experience

• NIS2 Directive.
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).
• ISO 27001/27002.
• GDPR.
• National Cyber Security Centre guidance and requirements.
• Designing and implementing secure cloud architectures in Azure and/or AWS environments.
• Applying security best practices and controls across public cloud platforms.
• Cloud governance, security baselines and landing zone architectures.
• Assessing cloud solutions against regulatory, security and compliance requirements.
• Cybersecurity policy development and governance.
• Cybersecurity governance and compliance.
• Security Tabletop Exercises.
• Crisis Management Planning.
• Security Playbook Development.
• Cyber Resilience Planning.
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity integration.
• Supporting critical or high-profile digital services.
• Support NIS2 compliance, readiness and maturity programme.
• Develop and maintain security architecture standards, principles and patterns.
• Provide input into future Cyber Security Strategy programmes.
• Be recognised as a trusted and authoritative voice relating to cybersecurity matters.
• Assist in ensuring cybersecurity frameworks, standards and controls become embedded and operationalised across the organisation.
• Contribute to security-related decision making and develop supporting business case documentation.
• Assist in preparing for security audits and assessments.
• Lead or support Cyber Incident Response Plans and Cyber Crisis Management Procedures.
• Design and facilitate cyber incident response exercises and tabletop exercises.
• Identify security improvement opportunities and recommend practical solutions.
• Produce high-quality security architecture documentation, risk assessments, standards and implementation roadmaps.

About PFH Technology

PFH Technology, owned by Ricoh – a globally recognised Japanese ICT organisation – is a leading provider of end-to-end ICT solutions and managed services across Ireland. With a strong nationwide presence and a team of over 750 dedicated professionals, PFH Technology delivers innovative cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and managed service solutions for SMEs and large enterprise organisations.

Note: No visa sponsorship is available for this role.