Security Architect, Business Enablement

About the role

The Security Architect role at Regions is dedicated to advancing the cyber security program and enhancing the security of internal systems. This position is exempt from overtime pay and is incentive eligible.

Responsibilities

• Develops and establishes a strategic cyber security architecture and strategic vision, including standards and frameworks aligned with business and IT strategies.
• Serves as a cyber security subject-matter expert and provides advisory and consultative services to businesses, IT groups, and senior leadership.
• Collaborates with Enterprise Architecture and Application Development groups to enhance the security posture of new and existing systems.
• Designs cyber security architecture, evaluates and mitigates potential risks, and approves implementation of systems and applications into production.
• Collaborates with senior cyber security leadership to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and guidelines, both internally and externally.
• Maintains compliance standards and tracks metrics for significant, complex business projects.
• Provides consultative services related to significant, complex business projects.
• Leads the work of junior architects and assists in developing necessary skills and technical knowledge.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in cyber security, with a focus on software development, secure SDLC, or security architecture.

Preferences

• Experience in the design and implementation of cyber security solutions.

Skills and Competencies

• Effective evaluation of risk vs. reward.
• Independent problem-solving with sound judgment.
• Clear communication and presentation skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Expert-level knowledge of risks associated with virtualization and cloud-based computing.
• Expert-level knowledge of security principles, solutions, tools, methodologies, and techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation.

Qualifications

• Domain-experienced security architect who partners with business and technology teams.
• Experience bringing domain context into technology and security discussions.
• Experience as a trusted security partner to business and technology leaders.
• Practical understanding of how financial products, customer journeys, and corporate control functions operate.
• Experience balancing risk, customer experience, regulatory intent, and delivery timelines in architectural decisions.

Work Schedule

This position is intended to be onsite, now or in the near future. Associates will have regular work hours, including full days in the office three or more days a week. The manager will set the work schedule for this position, including in-office expectations.

Locations

• Birmingham, AL
• Atlanta, GA
• Nashville, TN
• Charlotte, NC

Equal Opportunity Employer

Regions is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.