Head Enterprise Architect - Security

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At T. Rowe Price, the mission of the Enterprise Architecture (EA) function is to empower the firm to achieve its strategic objectives through the optimal use of technology. The EA function will align technology with business capabilities to enable effective strategy execution and business transformation. By monitoring and adopting emerging technologies, EA will empower technology engineers and champion technology enabled innovation and keep the firm ahead of industry disruption. 

Position Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head Enterprise Architect - Security to join our team. This role provides leadership and contributes to the practice of security controls and the enterprise's security architecture aligning with business strategy and overall enterprise architecture framework. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in security architecture, exceptional leadership skills, and a demonstrated track record of g delivering practical solutions to complex technology projects. 

Focus: 

• Maintain enterprise perspective on integrating security principles and practices across app, data, and infrastructure future state architecture. 

•  Championing the embedding of security principles and practices within the overall enterprise architecture framework. 

• Focus the architecture at the conceptual and logical level, and partner closely with security, platforms, technology engineering and technology operations teams to translate into physical and practical design. 

• Championing the integration of security into all phases of software development and architecture planning. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Strategic Planning and Development: 

• Influence and champion D enterprise security architecture strategy, future state architecture, and long-term roadmap. 

• Ensure alignment of security architecture with the organization’s business goals and IT strategy. 

• Provide advice and consulting on technologies to enhance the organization’s security posture. 

Architecture Design and Implementation: 

• Lead or advise on architecturally significant design of robust, scalable, and secure solutions in partnership with relevant architecture and engineering groups. 

• Ensure all technology components adhere to enterprise architecture standards and best practices. 

• Oversee the integration of various security components and controls within the enterprise architecture. 

Leadership and Collaboration: 

• Partner and collaborate with architects and engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. 

• Collaborate and consult with IT leaders, business stakeholders, and external partners to ensure the successful delivery of security outcomes within projects and systems design. 

• Provide expert guidance on security architecture, principles, and practices to other teams within the organization. 

Governance and Compliance: 

• Contribute to the body of technology and technical policies, standards, and guidelines with an emphasis on security principles and practices . 

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies for all technology solutions. 

• Conduct regular reviews of security relevant architecture frameworks, and implementations to ensure resilient and secure design properties and identify areas for improvement. 

Continuous Improvement: 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in technology architecture, focusing on optimization and modernization. 

• Stay informed about the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies to keep the organization at the forefront of security architecture and practices 

• Implement best practices for  technology controls performance tuning and optimization. 

 

Collaboration and key stakeholders 

• Advisor to software and application development community, to shift security design to the left and upfront in the SDLC, and support security integration along DevSecOps pipeline. 

• Strategic advisor to Digital and Cloud leadership and architecture leaders, CISO and CISO’s security architecture/engineering team who focuses on designing/engineering of security solutions, security assessment/audits, vulnerability analysis, security policies/procedures, incident responses and threat management, etc., to ensure alignment and consistency with enterprise architecture principles, framework, and roadmap.  

 

Qualifications: 

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. 

• 10+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in a Senior Enterprise Security Architecture role. 

• Proven experience leading security architecture projects in large, complex and highly regulated environments. 

Technical Skills: 

• Deep understanding of security architecture principles, patterns, and best practices. 

• Experience with a variety of security technologies (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, encryption, identity, and access management). 

• Proficiency in multi-cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and related services. 

• Knowledge of secure software development and zero trust architecture, from design, code, build, deploy to run and operating software.  

Leadership and Soft Skills: 

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide teams. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. 

• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and analytical skills. 

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• TOGAF 9 Enterprise Architecture Practitioner certification as well as security and enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., CISSP, CISM, TOGAF, Zachman). 

• Experience with DevSecOps practices and tools. 

• Knowledge of security and compliance standards relevant to various industries (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS). 

• Experience working within the financial services industry, ideally within an EA function within an investment management organization.   

FINRA Requirements

FINRA licenses are not required and will not be supported for this role.

Work Flexibility

This role is eligible for remote work up to three days a week.

Base salary ranges:

$208,500.00 - $350,000.00 for the location of: California, New York
$183,000.00 - $312,500.00 for the location of: Washington, D.C
$166,500.00 - $284,000.00 for the location of: Colorado, Maryland, Washington and All other US locations

Placement within the range provided above is based on the individual’s relevant experience and skills for the role.  Base salary is only one component of our total compensation package.  Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which is determined upon company and individual performance.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We strive for equity, equality, and opportunity for all associates. When we embrace the power of diversity and create an environment where people can bring their authentic and best selves to work, our firm is stronger, and we create greater value for our clients. Our commitment and inclusive programming aim to lift the experience for each associate and builds allies for our global associate community. We know that a sense of belonging is key not only to your success at the firm, but also to your ability to bring your best each day.

Benefits: We invest in our people through a wide range of programs and benefits, including:

• Competitive pay and bonuses as well as a generous retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan with matching contributions
• Flexible work opportunities
• Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness programs (fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program)

Our policies may change as our working lives evolve. Yet, our commitment to supporting our associates’ well-being and addressing the needs of our clients, business, and communities is unwavering.

T. Rowe Price is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of thought, gender, and race. We believe our continued success depends upon the equal treatment of all associates and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by country, federal, state, or local law.