SECURITY ARCHITECT_SIEM

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Are you passionate about security architecture and driven to protect against the latest threats? We are seeking a Security Architect who will join our team and take the lead on developing, implementing, and maintaining our security strategy within our Service Provider organization.

As our Security Architect, you will work closely with our leadership team to design and implement effective security solutions that not only protect our business objectives and regulatory requirements, but also provide innovative solutions to stay ahead of emerging threats.

Your Future at Kyndryl

Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from a Junior Architect to Principal Architect - we have opportunities for that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms.

Who You Are

You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Skills and Experience

10+ years experience in the Technology industry.

7+ years Security Architecture experience with focus on the SIEM control domain or

10+ years Solution Architecture experience with significant exposure in the SIEM space

Essential capabilities (core)

• Strong communicator, clear articulator of technical/security concepts to technical and managerial stakeholders;

• Mediate delivery pragmatism with considerations of risk appetite;

• Adaptable to various risk & security management frameworks;

• Familiar with the dynamics and managerial expectations in a pooled resourcing structure; - Broadens own technical knowledge via resourcefulness and professional development;

• Holds self and others to account on delivery quality and commitments.

Other capabilities (technical)

• Ability to shape SIEM solutions for Enterprise wide consumption through sound architectural expertise and foresight. eg: what, why and how

• Past experience working on SIEM deployments and security operations will be advantageous;

Appreciates complex technology landscapes, balancing trade-offs between business, technical and security drivers; - Awareness of the Product/Vendor market with the ability to execute on industry trends and good practices.

Key Accountabilities

• Providing Security Architecture consultancy style subject matter expertise to enable the Business and Project teams understand impacts from proposed system changes. Includes handing difficult conversations and influencing colleagues in realising the need for security;

• Delivering the conceptual and logical security design abstractions to identify threats and vulnerabilities as part of the solution Security Architecture;

• Analysing systems, applications and system components to identify risks and propose mitigating security controls and countermeasures;

• Supporting the implementation team to identify & execute on solution hardening and secure configurations;

• Manage significant architectural decisions involving senior management, sponsors and projects to ensure secure outcomes and appropriate governance practices are adhered to, including notifications to Technology Architecture Forums;

• Leveraging and updating existing control reference patterns and developing new design artefacts to outline integration approaches, use-cases, re-use, and technical reference for Enterprise security capabilities;

• Proactively managing risk and assurance requirements when supporting designs that introduces material change to risk profiles. Ensures Projects' consideration of risk appetite and regulatory compliance obligations;

Coaching and mentoring others in the practical application of security and risk management concepts, principles and strategies, and relevant industry standards. Support developing specific skills of others and provide knowledge to enhance the person's professional and personal growth.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Degree in Computer Science / information systems or equivalent technical qualification.

Security Certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP etc) would be beneficial.

Architecture or technology related certifications (e.g. SABSA, Cloud Security) would be beneficial.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.