Enterprise Security Architect

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Security Architect to guide the strategic design, implementation, and governance of security architecture across our enterprise. What You’ll Do Develop and maintain the enterprise security architecture aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices. Partner with enterprise, solution, and business architects to ensure secure design across all technology domains. Lead security risk assessments and threat modeling for new and existing systems. Establish and govern security policies, standards, and reference architectures. Evaluate emerging security technologies and recommend adoption where beneficial. Oversee the design and implementation of enterprise‑wide security controls. Provide expert guidance to security, operations, and architecture teams. Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning from a security perspective. Communicate security requirements, risks, and strategies effectively to technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Here’s What You Need 15 years of Cyber and/or IT experience Experience designing, architecting, or overseeing SOC and/or NOC environments. Experience supporting domains such as Security Operations, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Security Engineering Knowledge of enterprise architecture (TOGAF, Zachman) and security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001). Experience presenting and supporting clients Experience leading and managing teams Bonus Points if you have Experience with cloud security architecture (Azure, AWS, GCP). Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and secure SDLC methodologies. Experience implementing Zero Trust architecture. Familiarity with AI/ML‑based security capabilities. Background in highly regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, or government. Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, GIAC/SAN, etc.). Eligibility Requirement Must hold an Active Secret clearance Must be a US Citizen Only (No Dual Citizenship, No Green Card Holder) Compensation The base pay range for this position in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is: $84,900—$221,100 USD. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Other Employment Statements Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information. California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position, please click here for additional important information. #J-18808-Ljbffr