Cyber Security Architect - Vice President

 SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.

In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.

The anticipated salary range for this role is between $158,000.00 and $198,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Communications Security Architect with extensive experience in data security, data segmentation, and data loss prevention. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in designing, implementing, and managing security solutions that protect our organization's communication channels and sensitive data. This role requires a deep understanding of data security principles and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of our data assets.

Role Objectives

• Design and implement robust data security and segmentation strategies using various platforms.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures to protect sensitive information.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to integrate security measures into system architecture and applications.
• Author robust documentation on the technologies and processes built out in support of E-Communications Security.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on data security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Stay current with emerging security trends, technologies, and threats to continuously improve security posture.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience in data security, data segmentation, or data loss prevention.
• Strong understanding of information security principles, practices, and technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Proofpoint for email security and data loss prevention.
• Familiarity with Azure Active Directory for identity and access management.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel for security information and event management (SIEM).
• Experience with Cribl for observability data processing.
• Proficiency in PowerBI for data visualization and reporting.

Additional Requirements

D&I Commitment

Responsible for fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, holding leaders accountable for creating an inclusive environment through awareness and practice of equity in recruiting, developing, and promoting diverse talent.

SMBC’s employees participate in a Hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process. Hybrid work may not be permitted for certain roles, including, for example, certain FINRA-registered roles for which in-office attendance for the entire workweek is required.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. SMBC provides reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.