Cybersecurity Architect

Job Description

The IT Security Architect plays a pivotal role in the Canon EMEA Information Security Department. Key responsibilities include developing the strategic Security Roadmap, defining and implementing the target enterprise security architecture, and providing guidance to project teams to ensure compliance with the Canon EMEA security policies and architecture.

As a Security Architect, you will:

• Develop and maintain the Security Roadmap for a 5-year horizon, aligning it with business and IT priorities.
• Lead the creation of the security architecture direction and vision statement for new initiatives.
• Serve as a member of the Project Design Authority, actively supporting and consulting on projects.
• Direct, review, and approve high-level designs produced by the Project Design Office.
• Cultivate relationships with business stakeholders, including sponsors and process groups, to understand business value chains and processes.
• Ensure business and IT stakeholder sign-off for security initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to enhance business and IT processes.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and threat landscapes.

Requirements

To excel in this role, you will need:

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in Information Security, preferably in an Enterprise Security Architecture position.
• Familiarity with all aspects of IT project lifecycle, from design to implementation.
• In-depth knowledge of security domain-specific technologies and systems.
• Broad understanding of neighboring domains and technical landscapes.
• Awareness of relevant technologies and their strengths/weaknesses in the wider industry.
• The ability to engage with delivery and operational personnel on complex technical matters.
• Expertise in Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF and/or SABSA), standard technologies (e.g., SOA), and modeling environments (e.g., UML).
• Strong communication and presentation skills in English.
• The ability to persuade and influence key stakeholders, explaining complex technical concepts to non-IT experts.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills to evaluate costs, benefits, and other measurable features of potential options.

What We Offer

You'll receive support and encouragement to grow, along with investment in your professional development. Our leaders will empower you to explore new things, and you'll find a team that shares knowledge openly.