Senior Security Architect

Job Description

Senior Security Architect | Cincinnati, OH preferred

Are you ready to write your next chapter?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. With proven technology, we process the largest volume of payments in the world, driving the global economy every day. When you join Worldpay, you join a global community of experts and changemakers, working to reinvent an industry by constantly evolving how we work and making the way millions of people pay easier, every day.

What makes a Worldpayer? It’s simple: Think, Act, Win. We stay curious, always asking the right questions to be better every day, finding creative solutions to simplify the complex. We’re dynamic, every Worldpayer is empowered to make the right decisions for their customers. And we’re determined, always staying open – winning and failing as one.

We’re looking for a Sr. Security Architect to join our ever-evolving Cybersecurity team to help us unleash the potential of every business.

Are you ready to make your mark? Then you sound like a Worldpayer.

About the team:

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Security Architect to join our security team. As a Senior Security Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust security architectures to protect Worldpay’s data, systems, and networks. This role requires expertise in PCI compliance, cloud architecture, data protection, network security, endpoint security, application security, SIEM, and identity management. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of developing and maintaining security solutions in complex environments.

What you'll own:

• Develop and implement comprehensive security architectures for Worldpay products and infrastructure located on-premises and cloud environments.

• Work with stakeholders to gather requirements for security solutions, partner with Engineering to analyze select suitable products, draft proposed solution(s), document process and structure, handoff to implementation teams.

• Ensure security best practices are integrated into the design and architecture of IT systems.

• Act as sole authority for all Cybersecurity Architecture activities.

• Lead efforts to ensure compliance with PCI-DSS requirements.

• Drive continuous improvement of Worldpay policies and standards and alignment with common cybersecurity frameworks such as Mitre Att&ck/D3fend, CIS, NIST, CISA, etc.

• Design and implement security measures for cloud-based applications and services.

• Develop security strategies to protect sensitive data, including encryption, masking, and tokenization.

• Collaborate with the security governance teams to create and maintain security policies and procedures.

• Work closely with IT, compliance, and business teams to integrate security into all aspects of the organization’s infrastructure.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior security team members.

• Stay updated on the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information security, or related field.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in information security, with a focus on security architecture.

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent (preferred but not required).

• In-depth knowledge of PCI-DSS, cloud security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), data protection, network security, endpoint security, SIEM and IAM.

• Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).

• Proven experience in designing security solutions in large, complex environments.

• Experience with security tools and technologies such as firewalls, SIEM, DLP, Identity Management and encryption solutions.

Worldpay perks - what we’ll bring for you

We know it’s bigger than just your career. It’s your life, and your world. That’s why we offer global benefits and programs to support you at every stage. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.

• A competitive salary and benefits.

• Time to support charities and give back to your community.

• Parental leave policy.

• Global recognition platform.

• Virgin Pulse access.

• Global employee assistance program.

What makes a Worldpayer

At Worldpay, we take our Values seriously, and we live them every day. Think like a customer, Act like an owner, and Win as a team.

• Curious. Humble. Creative. We ask the right questions, listening and learning to get better every day. We simplify the complex and we’re always looking to create a bigger impact for our colleagues and customers.

• Empowered. Accountable. Dynamic. We stay agile, using our initiative, taking calculated risks to progress. Never standing still, never settling, we work at pace to achieve our goals. We champion our ideas and stay flexible to make them happen. We know that every action adds up.

• Determined. Inclusive. Open. Unlocking potential means working as one global community. Our work spans borders, and we stay united by our purpose. We collaborate, always encouraging others to perform at their best, welcoming new perspectives.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Worldpayer.

Apply now to write the next chapter in your career. We can’t wait to hear from you.

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