Director of Security Architecture

Fidelity National Financial; United States; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Fidelity National Financial is seeking a Director of Security Architecture to lead enterprise security design and implementation. This role reports to the CISO and shapes security posture across cloud, application, and infrastructure domains.

The candidate will steer architecture frameworks, roadmaps, and secure DevOps while aligning with regulatory requirements and business goals. Remote-friendly with monthly travel to Jacksonville.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in information security with leadership/architecture experience.
• Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern app architectures.
• Strong understanding of SOX, GLBA, HIPAA, NIST, ISO 27001.

Responsibilities

• Lead Security Architecture teams to design scalable, secure enterprise solutions across cloud, application, and infrastructure environments.
• Define and maintain enterprise security architecture frameworks, standards, and roadmaps.
• Drive Zero-Trust across the enterprise with emphasis on Privileged Access Management (PAM).
• Provide security architecture guidance for AI-enabled development and MCP use cases; ensure data protection and secure integrations.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team of security architects and engineers.

Skills

Security leadership

Cloud security

Security architecture

Regulatory compliance

Zero Trust

PAM

Threat modeling

AI security

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

FNF® is the leading provider of title insurance and settlement services to the real estate and mortgage industries. FNF®'s various mortgage and real estate services companies provide services that complement our title insurance business. From a full-service qualified intermediary, home warranties, UCC insurance, relocation services, and notary services, we provide essential services to fulfill the needs of a changing real estate industry. FNF® believes the power of technology can elevate the real estate transaction. From investments in title and escrow software to industry-leading real estate partner solutions, we take our commitment to provide real estate professionals and consumers with a truly reimagined, transparent, connected, and trusted real estate experience to heart.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Fidelity National Financial (FNF) is seeking a skilled Director of Security Architecture to join its Information Security Office (ISO). The Director of Security Architecture will lead the strategic design and implementation of enterprise-wide security architecture initiatives. This role will report directly to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and will be responsible for shaping the future of FNF’s security posture across cloud, application, and infrastructure domains. The ideal candidate will be a thought leader with deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to align and prioritize security strategies with business objectives.

LOCATION

• While this role is preferably based at our headquarters in Jacksonville, FL, it may also be performed remotely. Remote candidates must be able to travel to our Jacksonville office on a monthly basis.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the Security Architecture teams in designing scalable, secure, and resilient enterprise solutions across cloud, application, and infrastructure environments.
• Define and maintain enterprise security architecture frameworks, standards, and roadmaps aligned with business and regulatory requirements.
• Drive the advancement of our Zero-Trust Security Architecture across the enterprise, with a strong emphasis on Privileged Access Management (PAM).
• Establish and maintain security standards and reference architectures for the safe adoption of AI, including generative AI, agentic AI, and third-party AI services, in partnership with the AI Center of Excellence.
• Provide security architecture guidance for AI-assisted software development and Model Context Protocol (MCP) use cases, including access controls, data protection, and secure integration of AI tools with enterprise systems.
• Assess AI-specific risks (e.g., prompt injection, data leakage, model misuse, over-privileged agents) and embed mitigations into threat modeling and architectural review processes.
• Extend Zero-Trust and PAM principles to non-human and AI agent identities, ensuring least-privilege access and auditability.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, business units, and technology teams to integrate security into digital transformation initiatives.
• Oversee the development and implementation of secure design principles, threat modeling, and architectural risk assessments.
• Drive the adoption of secure DevOps practices and embed security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to proactively identify risks and opportunities for innovation.
• Provide strategic guidance on cloud security architecture, including multi-cloud and hybrid environments.
• Ensure third-party solutions and integrations meet FNF’s security standards and compliance requirements.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team of security architects and engineers.
• Represent the security architecture function in governance forums, audits, and executive briefings.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Requires 12+ years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a leadership or architecture role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise security architectures in large, complex environments.
• Deep expertise in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern application architectures (e.g., microservices, containers, serverless).
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (e.g., SOX, GLBA, HIPAA) and industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Ability to balance business needs with security requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA, or TOGAF are highly preferred.
• Experience working in or with financial services organizations is a strong plus.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

FNF, its affiliates, and subsidiaries carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, specialty, experience, and work location. The base salary (exempt) or hourly rate (non-exempt) is just one component of the total rewards package offered to our employees, including potential bonus or commission eligibility, insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability), matching 401(k) plan and matching employee stock purchase plan.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY

FNF, its affiliates and subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.