Principal Technical Security Architect

About Our Client

The company operates with a global presence, leveraging its expertise in research and development to drive growth and meet evolving market demands. Its diverse portfolio includes polymers, advanced materials, and other essential chemicals used across a variety of industries.

• Non-SAP System Security: Ensure the security of both on-prem and cloud-based non-SAP systems, safeguarding critical assets and data.
• Security Policies & Procedures: Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and frameworks to address organizational needs and industry standards.
• Risk Assessment & Audits: Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and compliance gaps, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Application Security Design: Design and manage Application Security models, focusing on access control and process control, to protect applications from unauthorized access.
• Requirement Gathering & Documentation: Lead business workshops to gather security requirements, translate them into technical designs, and create detailed authorization matrices and documentation.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in information technology, Computer Science or a related discipline
• 15 years of professional experience in security, controls and remediation.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in security and controls.
• Strong expertise with Microsoft security technologies (Azure AD, Identity Protection, Conditional Access).
• Proven experience in identifying, analyzing, and remediating control deficiencies.
• Deep understanding of secure application design, SDLC security, and IAM integration.
• In-depth understanding of security concepts, including authorization, segregation of duties, and user access management.
• Experience with internal audit methodologies and frameworks is a plus.
• Knowledge of relevant compliance regulations (e.g., SOX, GDPR).
• Strong understanding of data privacy and security best practices is a plus.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving, multi-tasking, troubleshooting skills with a high degree of flexibility
• Experience in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) / Agile development / DevOps
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand key business processes and related issues
• Strong self-leadership and ability to work independently and manage conflict
• Demonstrated competency in accurately identifying the scope of work and preparing thorough, accurate and detailed schedule estimates.
• Non-functional requirements gathering and solutioning experience
• Ability to develop successful relationships with external and internal partners
• Good understanding of Microsoft and other technology systems such as Azure Cloud, Office 365, AspenTech, OpenText, Salesforce, OneStream

• Competitive Compensation: An attractive salary package aligned with industry standards and the candidate's experience and expertise.
• Career Growth Opportunities: A chance to work in a leadership role with significant influence on the organization's security strategy, contributing to both technical and business success.
• Global Exposure: Opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional and international teams, tackling complex security challenges in a dynamic environment.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Engagement with advanced security tools, frameworks, and methodologies, driving innovation in cloud and on-prem security.
• Professional Development: Support for ongoing learning through certifications, training programs, and access to industry-leading resources.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid, to ensure a balanced professional and personal life.