Lead IT Enterprise Security Architect

About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Lead IT Enterprise Architect – Security to define, lead, and evolve the enterprise security architecture across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the enterprise security architecture roadmap, aligned with business, IT, and Honeywell Global Security strategy.
• Partner closely with Honeywell Global Security leadership to define and standardize the global security posture, frameworks, and long-term vision.
• Define security architecture standards, reference models, and best practices across all platforms (cloud, on-prem, hybrid).
• Lead the integration of security into enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, SABSA).
• Ensure alignment with global regulatory, compliance, and risk management frameworks.
• Serve as the primary architecture liaison between enterprise IT and Honeywell Global Security Teams.
• Contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives to harmonize security controls, tooling, and governance models globally.
• Drive adoption of consistent security patterns and standards across regions, business units, and platforms.
• Support the development of a scalable, unified security architecture that addresses both corporate and operational (OT) environments where applicable.
• Provide architectural leadership for secure design of applications, infrastructure, and data platforms.
• Lead security design reviews, threat modeling, and risk assessments for key initiatives.
• Establish governance processes to ensure adherence to enterprise and global security standards.
• Partner with engineering teams to embed security-by-design, zero trust principles, and secure SDLC practices.
• Define and oversee security architectures for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.
• Guide adoption of modern security patterns including Zero Trust, SASE, DevSecOps, and API security.
• Collaborate with global teams to evaluate and securely adopt emerging technologies across the enterprise.
• Ensure enterprise architecture aligns with regulatory requirements such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA (if applicable).
• Partner with Honeywell Global Security, Risk, Compliance, and Audit teams to mitigate enterprise-wide risks.
• Act as a trusted advisor to CIO, CISO, Honeywell Global Security leadership, and senior executives.
• Lead and mentor architects and senior engineers across domains.
• Influence cross-functional global teams without direct authority to drive alignment and execution.
• Translate business and global security requirements into scalable, secure architecture solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend security tools, platforms, and vendors in alignment with global security standards and strategies.
• Develop enterprise technology roadmaps that optimize cost, scalability, and risk reduction.
• Drive large-scale initiatives such as identity & access management, network security, data protection, and threat protection programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 10+ years of IT experience with at least:
• 5+ years in enterprise architecture
• 5+ years in cybersecurity architecture or security leadership roles
• Proven experience working with global security teams or operating in a large, multinational enterprise environment.
• Deep expertise in:
• Enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF preferred)
• Security frameworks (NIST, ISO, SABSA, Zero Trust)
• Cloud security (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Identity & Access Management (IAM), network security, and data protection
• Experience leading enterprise-wide or global security transformation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of risk management, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.
• Certifications such as: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, TOGAF, SABSA
• Cloud certifications (Azure Security Engineer, AWS Security Specialty)
• Exposure to DevSecOps, automation, AI/ML security, and modern data architectures.
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or OT (Operational Technology) security environments.