Director, Information Security Engineering and Architecture

ABOUT SINCH

Sinch is pioneering the way the world communicates. More than 150,000 businesses — including Google, Uber, Paypal, Visa, Tinder, and many others — rely on Sinch’s Customer Communications Cloud to power engaging customer experiences through mobile messaging, voice, and email.

Whether you need to verify users or craft omnichannel campaigns, Sinch makes it easy. Our AI-infused Super Network, APIs, and applications ensure you can connect with your customers reliably and securely, at every step of their journey.

At Sinch we “Dream Big”, “Win Together”, “Keep it simple”, and “Make it Happen”. These values are our foundation!

DESCRIPTION

The Director, Information Security Engineering and Architecture provides strategic leadership and oversight for Sinch’s Security Architecture, Identity Management, Threat Management and other security engineering and architecture initiatives such as cloud detection/response teams in close coordination with our product and engineering leadership teams. This role is accountable for developing and executing an integrated security strategy aligned with the Sinch’s risk posture, regulatory expectations, and digital initiatives. The Director leads cross-functional teams, manages budgets and vendor relationships, and ensures that security technologies and frameworks are optimized to protect critical assets while enabling business operations.

• Work directly with the Global CISO and Information Security leadership team to develop strategic plans and roadmaps for the company.
• Lead the strategic design, implementation, and management of enterprise-wide security architecture to align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the development, maintenance, and execution of a robust Identity Management program, ensuring secure, compliant access to systems and data.
• Direct the Security Engineering and Architecture function, ensuring availability, scalability, and effectiveness of all security tools and processes.
• Serve as a liaison with line-of business product and engineering leaders, IT, and risk teams to address security needs across all portfolios.
• Maintain up-to-date awareness of emerging threats, technologies, and best practices; integrate relevant advancements into the security program.
• Represent the Sinch’s information security interests in cross-functional committees and industry forums, and serve as a key advisor to internal affiliates.
• Lead, develop, and evaluate a team of security professionals; ensure performance management, succession planning, and skills development.
• Develop tactical and strategic metrics to assess program maturity, drive accountability, and demonstrate progress to executive stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• CISSP, CISM, or similar information security certifications strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years in information security, including 6+ years leading technical teams in a complex, regulated environment.
• Proven expertise in designing and managing enterprise-level security architecture and identity solutions.
• Strong budgetary and vendor management skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work across departments and influence senior leaders.

OUR HIRING PROCESS

We are committed to ensuring a recruitment process that is fair, objective, consistent, and inclusive. Our approach includes structured, competency-based interviews designed to evaluate your skills, experience, and qualifications relevant to the role. At times, we may include a data-driven assessment to enhance our hiring success and identify candidates likely to excel.

We believe in a two-way process and encourage you to ask questions throughout the journey.  If this role isn't what you're looking for, please explore the other opportunities listed on our career page: https://www.sinch.com/careers/. No matter who you are, we hope you find an exciting path forward - hopefully with us!