Global Security Solution Architect

Argyll Scott Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global security consulting firm in Singapore is looking for an experienced Global Security Solution Architect to lead the design and strategy of security platforms. Responsibilities include defining security architecture, designing secure solutions, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of IT architecture experience, with a focus on security, and strong stakeholder management skills. Relevant certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT architecture, with at least 5 years focused on security solution architecture.
• Strong expertise in designing and implementing enterprise security platforms.
• Proven experience with IAM, encryption, PKI, and endpoint security.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the global security architecture strategy.
• Design secure and resilient enterprise security platforms.
• Evaluate and select security technologies and tools.
• Provide architecture governance and oversight across projects.

Skills

IT architecture experience

Security solution architecture

Stakeholder management

Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, etc.)

Job description

Job Title: Global Security Solution Architect

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Global Security Solution Architect to lead the design, strategy, and governance of enterprise security platforms and solutions. This role will be responsible for shaping the global security architecture roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and emerging technology trends.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the global security architecture strategy, principles, and standards across platforms and solutions.
• Design secure, scalable, and resilient enterprise security platforms, including identity & access management (IAM), cloud security, network security, endpoint protection, and data protection.
• Partner with business, IT, and risk stakeholders to translate security requirements into effective solution designs.
• Evaluate and select security technologies, tools, and vendors to support enterprise strategy.
• Provide architecture governance and oversight across projects, ensuring consistency with global frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Lead the development of reference architectures, patterns, and best practices for secure design and implementation.
• Collaborate with global teams to drive adoption of modern security approaches (e.g., zero trust, secure-by-design, DevSecOps).
• Act as a thought leader on security trends, threats, and emerging technologies.
• Support incident response and risk assessments with architectural guidance where required.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years in IT architecture, with at least 5 years focused on security solution architecture in a global enterprise environment.
• Strong expertise in designing and implementing enterprise security platforms across cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), hybrid, and on-premises environments.
• Proven experience with IAM, encryption, PKI, SIEM/SOAR, endpoint security, and application security.
• Knowledge of frameworks and standards such as NIST CSF, ISO27001, TOGAF, SABSA, and regulatory requirements (GDPR, PCI-DSS, MAS TRM, etc.).
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, automation, and integration into CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Relevant certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, SABSA, TOGAF, AWS/Azure/GCP Security Architect.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinker with a global mindset.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills across regions and business functions.
• Ability to balance security, usability, and business requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

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