Information Security Lead Architect

Westfield Insurance; Westfield Center (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking an Information Security Lead Architect to lead the design of cybersecurity solutions. This role involves developing strategies to mitigate risks, influencing security technology selection, and mentoring technical teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity frameworks, cloud security, and strong communication skills. This is a hybrid position for candidates residing within 50 miles of Westfield Center, OH.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in Information Security or related field.
• Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF and ISO 27001.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-wide cybersecurity architecture.
• Oversee the design and integration of security solutions across the organization.

Skills

Expertise in security practices

Cloud security knowledge

Identity and access management (IAM)

Data protection technologies

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

NIST CSF

ISO 27001

Zero Trust

Container security tools

Encryption controls

Job description

Information Security Lead Architect

The Information Security Lead Architect is responsible for leading the design and implementation of enterprise-wide cybersecurity architecture solutions that protect critical systems, data, and infrastructure. This role provides deep expertise in security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and Zero Trust, along with knowledge of cloud security, identity and access management (IAM), and data protection technologies. The Lead Architect assesses security risks, defines technical requirements, and develops strategies to mitigate vulnerabilities while aligning with organizational and regulatory standards. The position involves designing secure network and cloud architectures, implementing strong access control models, and establishing encryption and monitoring mechanisms to enhance resilience across hybrid environments.

The role plays a vital part in risk management, conducting assessments, identifying control gaps, and driving remediation strategies that strengthen the company’s overall security posture. As a technical leader, the Information Security Lead Architect provides guidance, mentorship, and direction to security and technology teams, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Serving as a trusted subject matter expert, this role influences the selection, design, and implementation of moderate- to high-complexity security solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develops and contributes to the implementation of the information security architecture strategy and roadmap, aligning it with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
• Provides guidance to the security team, overseeing the design and integration of security solutions
• Works with business units, IT teams, executive leadership, and vendors to communicate security risks and strategies
• Recommends and implements new security technologies and tools
• Defines and enforces security standards and frameworks
• Collaborates with enterprise architects to integrate security controls into IT architecture
• Develops and promotes security architecture processes and templates
• Conduct security architecture reviews and risk assessments, identifying potential vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and gaps in existing systems and proposing effective solutions to mitigate risks
• Serves as a mentor to junior security architects and team members
• Participates in security forums and conferences
• Provides technical leadership and guidance to the information security team and other stakeholders, overseeing the design, implementation, and integration of security solutions across the organization
• Ensures collaboration of business units, IT teams, and vendors to assess security requirements, evaluate solution options, and architect secure systems and applications that meet business needs while maintaining a strong security posture
• Defines and enforces information security standards, frameworks, and reference architectures, ensuring consistent and standardized security practices across all technology domains and projects
• Oversees the conduct of security architecture reviews and risk assessments, identifying potential vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and gaps in existing systems and proposing effective solutions to mitigate risks
• Oversees the design and implementation of security controls, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, encryption mechanisms, and secure network architectures, to protect the organization’s assets and data
• Collaborates with enterprise architects and IT stakeholders to integrate security controls and requirements into overall IT architecture frameworks, ensuring the security-by-design principle is followed throughout the development and implementation lifecycle
• Provides subject matter expertise in security technologies and solutions, evaluating emerging security trends and products, and making recommendations for the adoption of new technologies to enhance the organization’s security posture
• Participate in security incident response and investigation activities, coordinating with internal teams and external entities to effectively respond to and mitigate security incidents, and providing guidance on post-incident remediation actions

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in Information Security or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field and/or commensurate experience. Master’s degree in related field is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) preferred.
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) preferred.
• Azure Solutions Architect (Preferred), AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• TOGAF preferred
• Other relevant certifications

Preferred Qualifications, Skills, and Capabilities

• Expertise in security practices and tools designed to protect containerized applications, including container image scanning, runtime protection, least-privilege configurations, and native container security measures.
• Experience in the design, implementation, and ongoing reviews of security controls for one or more public cloud providers (e.g., Azure, AWS).
• Skills in the design, assessment, and implementation of encryption security controls, including protections against emerging quantum computing threats.
• Proficiency in assessing overall network security posture and vulnerabilities, and designing and implementing network security controls (e.g., Firewalls, IPS, ZTNA).
• Background in application security and the software development lifecycle.

Frameworks

• Familiarity with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001 standards.
• Understanding of the SABSA framework.

Regulatory

• Awareness of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) requirements.
• Knowledge of New York Department of Financial Services (DFS) cyber security regulations.
• Understanding of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
• Strategic Mindset
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Effective Communications
• Nimble Learning
• Tech Savvy
• Manages Ambiguity
• Manages Complexity
• Manages Conflict
• Drives for results
• Action Oriented

Location

Hybrid – defined as working three or more days per week in the office if the employee’s residence is within 50 miles of Westfield Center, OH; or Remote – if the employee resides more than 50 miles from Westfield Center, OH

About Us

Founded in 1848, Westfield is a global leader in property and casualty insurance, delivering superior risk insights and innovative solutions to customers through a diverse portfolio of insurance products. Westfield underwrites commercial, personal, surety, and specialty lines of coverage through a network of leading independent agents and brokers in the United States and specialty products through Lloyd’s of London Syndicate 1200. As a mutual insurance company with more than 3,000 employees, Westfield has revenues in excess of $4 billion and more than $10 billion in assets. Learn more at www.westfieldinsurance.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

United States: All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

United Kingdom: Westfield is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Insurance

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