Lead IT Enterprise Security Architect

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Lead IT Enterprise Architect – Security to define, lead, and evolve the enterprise security architecture across the organization. This role will be responsible for aligning security strategy with business priorities, designing secure technology architectures, and ensuring robust protection of enterprise systems, data, and digital assets.

This leader will work in close partnership with the Honeywell Global Security Team to co‑develop and scale a unified, enterprise‑wide security footprint that aligns with global standards, regulatory requirements, and evolving threat landscapes.

The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with deep expertise in cybersecurity architecture, enterprise systems, and risk management, capable of influencing executive stakeholders and driving enterprise‑wide transformation.

You will report directly to the Director of IT Enterprise Architecture and work out of our Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA, or Phoenix, AZ location on a hybrid work schedule.

Hybrid Work Schedule: For the first 90 days, new hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite Monday‑Friday.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Security Architecture & Strategy

• Develop and own the enterprise security architecture roadmap, aligned with business, IT, and global security strategy.
• Partner closely with global security leadership to define and standardize the global security posture, frameworks, and long‑term vision.
• Define security architecture standards, reference models, and best practices across all platforms (cloud, on‑prem, hybrid).
• Lead the integration of security into enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF and SABSA.
• Ensure alignment with global regulatory, compliance, and risk management frameworks.

Global Security Collaboration

• Serve as the primary architecture liaison between enterprise IT and global security teams.
• Contribute to enterprise‑wide initiatives to harmonize security controls, tooling, and governance models globally.
• Drive adoption of consistent security patterns and standards across regions, business units, and platforms.
• Support the development of a scalable, unified security architecture that addresses both corporate and operational (OT) environments where applicable.

Security Design & Governance

• Provide architectural leadership for secure design of applications, infrastructure, and data platforms.
• Lead security design reviews, threat modeling, and risk assessments for key initiatives.
• Establish governance processes to ensure adherence to enterprise and global security standards.
• Partner with engineering teams to embed security‑by‑design, zero‑trust principles, and secure SDLC practices.

Cloud & Emerging Technology Security

• Define and oversee security architectures for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.
• Guide adoption of modern security patterns including Zero Trust, SASE, DevSecOps, and API security.
• Collaborate with global teams to evaluate and securely adopt emerging technologies across the enterprise.

Risk & Compliance Alignment

• Ensure enterprise architecture aligns with regulatory requirements such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC2, GDPR, and HIPAA (if applicable).
• Partner with global security, risk, compliance, and audit teams to mitigate enterprise‑wide risks.
• Support incident response architecture, cyber resilience planning, and business continuity strategies.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a trusted advisor to CIO, CISO, global security leadership, and senior executives.
• Lead and mentor architects and senior engineers across domains.
• Influence cross‑functional global teams without direct authority to drive alignment and execution.
• Translate business and global security requirements into scalable, secure architecture solutions.

Technology & Vendor Strategy

• Evaluate and recommend security tools, platforms, and vendors in alignment with global security standards and strategies.
• Develop enterprise technology roadmaps that optimize cost, scalability, and risk reduction.
• Drive large‑scale initiatives such as identity & access management, network security, data protection, and threat protection programs.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking with a global enterprise mindset
• Executive communication and stakeholder influence
• Strong collaboration across international and cross‑functional teams
• Leadership, mentoring, and organizational impact
• Ability to balance security, innovation, and business agility

Success Metrics

• Alignment of enterprise architecture with global security strategy
• Adoption of standardized global security architecture and controls
• Reduction in enterprise risk exposure and vulnerabilities
• Successful execution of secure, scalable global technology solutions
• Improved audit, compliance, and cyber resilience outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 10+ years of IT experience with at least:
• 5+ years in enterprise architecture
• 5+ years in cybersecurity architecture or security leadership roles
• Proven experience working with global security teams or operating in a large, multinational enterprise environment.
• Deep expertise in:
• Enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF preferred)
• Security frameworks (NIST, ISO, SABSA, Zero Trust)
• Cloud security (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Identity & Access Management (IAM), network security, and data protection
• Experience leading enterprise‑wide or global security transformation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of risk management, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.

We Value

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, TOGAF, SABSA.
• Cloud certifications (Azure Security Engineer, AWS Security Specialty).
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or OT (Operational Technology) security environments.
• Exposure to DevSecOps, automation, AI/ML security, and modern data architectures.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including employer‑subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability; 401(k) match; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; employee assistance program; educational assistance; parental leave; paid time off; and 12 paid holidays.