Cybersecurity Architect: Lead Enterprise Security

Old Dominion Freight Line; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision & Dental

Disability coverage

401k with company match

Life Insurance

Wellness Program

Paid time off

Public holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Training and growth opportunities

OD family culture

Promote from within

National career opportunities

Job summary

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a Cybersecurity Architect to design and maintain a comprehensive security architecture across our enterprise IT and logistics operations.

You will lead the development of cybersecurity strategy, governance, and controls, collaborating with IT teams to ensure secure, compliant systems that support our national transportation network. This role offers strategic impact and a clear path for growth within the OD family.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in a leadership role or as a cybersecurity architect.
• Extensive experience in security architecture design, particularly in enterprise environments, covering network, cloud, data, and endpoint security.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS) and experience applying them within a large, complex organization.
• Strong knowledge of security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), VPNs, SIEM, DLP, endpoint protection, and encryption solutions.
• Proficiency in cloud security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), including secure cloud architecture, identity and access management, and cloud-native security services.
• Experience in vulnerability management tools (e.g., Rapid7, Qualys, Nessus), penetration testing methodologies, and risk management platforms.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements, such as CCPA, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and others relevant to transportation/logistics.
• Advanced knowledge of threat intelligence and incident response frameworks, including hands-on experience in threat hunting and managing real-time security incidents.
• Strong understanding of the SDLC and secure development practices, with experience in DevSecOps integration.
• Preferred Experience: Professional certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or AWS Certified Security – Specialty.
• Experience with automation and orchestration tools in a security context (SOAR, Ansible, Terraform).
• Advanced knowledge of networking protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, VPNs, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS).
• Experience with the logistics and transportation industry and understanding the specific security challenges and regulatory requirements in this sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive cybersecurity architecture strategy aligned with Old Dominion's business objectives and security goals.
• Design secure IT environments and systems, including network security, cloud architecture, endpoint security, identity and access management, and data protection, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices (NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, etc.).
• Architect and implement security controls for on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure, focusing on scalability, resilience, and defense-in-depth principles.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments of current and emerging technologies, systems, and software applications to ensure they meet security standards and policies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a cybersecurity governance framework, including policies, procedures, and standards to guide security practices across the organization.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define the organization’s cybersecurity strategy, risk appetite, and incident response framework.

Skills

Security architecture design

Cloud security

Threat intelligence

Incident response

Regulatory compliance

Vulnerability management

DevSecOps

Automation/orchestration tools

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

VPNs

SIEM

DLP

Endpoint protection

Encryption

Job description

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a Cybersecurity Architect to design and maintain a comprehensive security architecture across our enterprise IT and logistics operations.

You will lead the development of cybersecurity strategy, governance, and controls, collaborating with IT teams to ensure secure, compliant systems that support our national transportation network. This role offers strategic impact and a clear path for growth within the OD family.