The Senior Security Architect (SSEA) reports to the Head of Architecture while maintaining accountability to the Delivery Head and Lead in the business/functional domain. This role requires deep technical expertise, potential leadership qualities, and a solution-oriented mindset.

The SSEA will be engaged in Technology Platforms with a focus on Data, specifically within areas such as Databases, Real-Time Streaming (RTS), Data Integration, and Advanced Analytics. The chapter is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing enterprise architecture and solutions practices, standards, emerging patterns, and technologies to deliver world-class solutions while building a resilient, agile, and secure architectural landscape aligned with client's business strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

Possess working knowledge of Data Warehouse, Databases, Streaming, and Data Analytics technologies, including Hadoop, Hive, Apache Ranger, MongoDB, Oracle, Redis, Kafka, Power BI, Tableau, and SAS
Secure systems within the domain to comply with regulatory requirements and minimize risks prior to product releases
Conduct Data Classification and Asset Valuation activities
Experience in Threat Modeling using chosen frameworks
In-depth understanding of Application Security (OWASP Top 10 or equivalent), API Security, and Mobile Security
Strong knowledge of Infrastructure Security, including Containers, Virtual Machines, CI/CD pipelines, Operating Systems, Databases, and Interfaces such as payment switches and APIs
Collaborate with architects, tech leads, and stakeholders to develop security requirements and solutions
Create security solution-oriented presentations for senior technical and business audiences
Promote adherence to bank policies, standards, architectural principles, and guidelines

Requirements

Key Requirements:

A focus on delivery while balancing Customer Experience, Business Requirements, Performance, Reliability, and Security
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent stakeholder, time management, and expectation management abilities
Capability for autonomous decision-making with minimal guidance
High learning potential and enthusiasm for mentoring associate/junior architects
Ability to influence teams toward secure design implementation for risk reduction

Core Objectives & Key Results (OKRs):

Coach and mentor junior architects to boost team quality
Conduct various security-related assessments (Data Classification, Threat Modeling, etc.) within agreed timelines
Optimize processes and ensure governance is maintained within realistically agreed timelines
Run educational workshops to enhance security awareness within squads and tribes
Engage in specialized training and pursue certifications to enhance skills

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