Information Security Architect

Country: Ireland 
City: Dublin 
Req ID: 503091

About CRH

We are CRH, and we are committed to contributing to a more resilient and sustainable built environment. We understand the wider impact our businesses can make in supporting human activity. We continue to do this through the delivery of unique, superior building materials and products for use in road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions.

CRH (NYSE: CRH, LSE: CRH) is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.78,500 people at c.3,390 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe. As the essential partner for transportation and critical utility infrastructure projects, complex non-residential construction and outdoor living solutions, CRH’s unique offering of materials, products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies. A Fortune 500 company, CRH’s shares are listed on the NYSE and LSE.

Without you noticing our products, we are everywhere you live, work, and relax.

Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects around the world. Think of the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, but also the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre.

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CRH Group are seeking an experienced Senior Information Security Architect to work within our global Group Information Security function. The role is a full-time position headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with travel to CRH global locations required. The Security Architect will own create, document, promote and maintain the CRH Enterprise Cyber Security Architecture framework. This is role that will demand significant engagement with experienced and expert stakeholders at various levels across the Group across the Group. 

Focused on Enterprise Cyber Security architecture, the role will cover a range of IT and OT infrastructure technologies and the requirements of NIST CSF 2.0. Ideal applicants will be experienced individuals with a strong security and infrastructure design or management background as well as experience that aligns to the key responsibilities.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:    

•    Create, document, and maintain the CRH Enterprise Cyber Security Architecture framework.
•    Manage the content development of Group cyber security policies and standards, aligned to internationally recognized frameworks such as OWASP, NIST, ISO27K, ISA/IEC etc 
•    Ensuring the design of proposed new enterprise cyber security and technology solutions (delivered internally or by external third parties) are aligned to the CRH Cyber Security Architecture Framework
•    Conduct assessments of enterprise cyber security solutions to determine benchmark alignment to internationally recognized frameworks and the CRH Cyber Security Framework.
•    Drive the requirement for Cyber Security to be addressed throughout the project management lifecycle, from inception to post implementation. 
•    Develop processes for the formal assessment and architectural approval of proposed enterprise cyber security solutions.
•    Maintain an overview of emerging threats and cyber security solutions and provide and annual assessment to IT and IS leadership.
•    Lead or participate in internal Cyber architectural and design authority fora
•    Work with IS Governance, Group Internal Audit, Group Risk & Compliance functions on all matters pertaining to enterprise cyber security architecture, policies and standards.
•    Work with CRH divisional and Operating Company IT/IS departments to promote the CRH Enterprise Cyber Security Architecture framework and ensure local cyber policies and standards are aligned.
 

Education and Experience 
•    At least 5-10 years’ experience in a similar role 
•    At least 5 years’ senior experience of IT or IS Infrastructure Solution design, Operations or Management. 
•    Third Level qualification (or equivalent) in Information technology, Information Security or Engineering.
•    TOGAF, SABSA CISSP, ISO27k, ISA, CCNA, MSCE, and / or other relevant infrastructure architecture and security certifications.
•    Exposure to cyber security toolsets related to the following areas: O365, CASB, Endpoint Protection, Email Protection, Backup & Restoration, OT
•    Familiarity with NIST and ISO27k standards and/or industry specific cyber security regulations. Exposure to internal or external regulatory demands would be beneficial.
•    Excellent interpersonal and documentation skills, with an emphasis on influencing and negotiation.
•    Proficient in MS Office suite and diagramming packages
•    Ability to deliver projects to a deadline.
    

What CRH Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

• Highly competitive salary package

• Comprehensive secondary benefits

• Significant contribution to your pension plan

• Health and wellness programs, including an on-site gym and fitness classes

• Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization

Connect your future to CRH

We are curious to learn more about you. At CRH, we believe our mutual differences contribute to the healthy, productive, and enjoyable workspace we create. Please introduce yourself and send us your application.

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Please contact our recruitment team at careers@crh.com.

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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