Director IT Security Architecture (Atlanta)

IHG is seeking a
Director of Information Security Architecture & Engineering
to lead the strategic vision, design, and execution of our enterprise security program. You'll set the direction for security architecture across the organization — from product design and deployment to future-state strategies and roadmaps — while serving as the go-to subject matter expert and partnering with senior leaders to protect and champion the trusted IHG brand.

What You'll Do

Architecture & Engineering Program Management

• Lead the enterprise-wide security architecture and engineering program, ensuring all technology assets are secure by design and protected by appropriate controls.
• Create, monitor, and enforce consistent security standards across intrusion detection systems, firewalls, vulnerability assessment tools, penetration testing, secure email, access control & identity management, network security, and more.
• Oversee the development and deployment of highly complex security projects, ensuring solutions meet technical requirements, timelines, and budgets.

Business Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with Global Technology leaders, business leaders, and process owners to foster confidence in IHG's security practices.
• Partner with business units to implement practices that align with IHG's defined security policies and standards.

Team Leadership

• Coach, develop, and inspire a high-performing, multi-disciplined security team — including hiring, training, performance management, and career development.
• Plan, organize, and lead functions within established schedules, budgets, and resource plans; contribute to department staffing and capital budget planning.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS/IT, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field — or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience with demonstrated proficiency across multiple security disciplines, technologies, and processes.5+ years of leadership experience managing subordinate teams, including establishing organizational structure and allocating responsibilities.
• Deep expertise in Information Security Engineering, Risk Management, and Security Risk Management.
• Strong knowledge of Protective Security, Crisis Management, and Business Continuity principles.
• Understanding of regional political, economic, crime, and security risk landscapes. Proven ability to influence and persuade across all levels of the organization — from technical teams to the C-suite.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a talent for translating complex technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences. Strong executive presentation and escalation management capabilities.
• Demonstrated project management expertise in planning and executing large-scale initiatives from concept through delivery. A change agent mindset — you motivate teams, champion process improvement, and thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Analytical, results-focused, action-oriented, and deeply committed to outstanding customer satisfaction. Ability to learn quickly, think laterally under pressure, and manage shifting priorities with professionalism.

Travel -
10%

Location -
Our hybrid work structure is an expectation of three (3) days a week in office. This expectation may be adjusted to evolve with the changing needs of the business.

The salary range for this role is $150,000 to $185,000. This role is also eligible for bonus pay. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K, and other benefits to employees.

Important information

• The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
• No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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