Senior Security Architect (Hybrid setup) Develop practical and versatile security requirements, architecture blueprints, and processes for the application and solution landscape in our public cloud environment Review, advise on, and approve security concepts for a variety of digital solutions across Swiss Re's IT landscape Build and maintain relationships with key decision makers inside Swiss Re's architecture teams, driving long-term cloud adoption within their core and functional IT departments Ensure the business domain architecture is aligned with group security requirements, and feedback domain-specific requirements into the Security Team Oversee and assure security requirements are set and implemented during application development and adhered to during the application life cycle Advance technical and organisational security competences and adapt to emerging security trends (leading proof of concepts, for instance) Be someone who believes in continuous innovation, is curious and relentless in finding a better way every day Contribute to Swiss Re´s healthy and transparent risk culture where everyone engages in continuous risk accountability activities. About the team The Security Team is the focal point for all security activities across Swiss Re. We are responsible for cybersecurity engineering and operations, governance, risk and compliance. We define and advance the company's security strategy. As a part of the Security Team, the Security Advisors Centre of Expertise shapes the security of Swiss Re's application landscape and is the unit of choice for security-related advice on any IT project in the company. We're looking for a senior expert who is familiar with security concepts and architectures.
About you Nobody is perfect and meets 100% of our requirements. If you, however, meet some of the criteria below and are curious about the world security architecture in a well-established cybersecurity team, we'll be more than happy to meet you!
What we need from you Passion, drive, and a belief in the value of proper security architecture as an enabler of business performance Significant knowledge of major cybersecurity concepts, technologies, and standard methods as well as willingness to dive into new areas Can-do attitude with proactive approach toward challenges, producing tangible results Deep expertise within several of the following cybersecurity areas: Cloud security architecture and patterns Cloud-native development and cloud-native security controls Automated security processes on cloud platforms Cyber threats and mitigations on cloud platforms and serviced deployment models Security frameworks like CIS Benchmark and Mitre ATT&CK Microsoft Workplace and Office products in enterprise-grade configurations Familiarity with the implications of security standards in regulated environments Solid grasp of existing application and service development Familiarity with agile application development processes and the security challenges that come with it Feeling comfortable with leading through sophisticated conversations across multiple partners in a consulting and mediating way Ability to communicate in a clear, empathetic, and solution-focused manner and to independently create appropriate documentation Excellent communication skills – fluency in English, both spoken and written Nice-to-have Microsoft, CISSP, CCSP, SANS GIAC or similar qualifications About Swiss Re Swiss Re is one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.
Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.
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