Cyber Security Architect

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Job Description:

At Regions, the Cyber Security Architect contributes to the advancement of Regions’ cyber security program and its capabilities through developing, communicating, and implementing a security architecture. This position establishes secure development practices which increases the security of internal systems. Additionally, this position collaborates closely with key stakeholders and teams as part of business projects and/or initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities

Contributes to the development and establishment of a strategic cyber security architecture and strategic vision, including standards and frameworks that are aligned with the overall business and Regions’ information technology strategy

Works closely with Enterprise Architecture and Application Development groups to enhance the security posture of new and existing systems

Contributes to the design of cyber security architecture, evaluates and mitigates potential risk

Assists with performing assessments using the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cyber Security Framework and the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) Cyber Assessment Tool to identify gaps and remediate deficiencies

Assists in ensuring systems and applications are implemented with compensating controls to meet regulatory requirements (e.g. GLBA, SOX, HIPPA, FFIEC, etc.) as well as other organizational compliance (PCI) requirements

Tracks metrics for compliance to internal cyber security standards set by application and system owners

May offer advice and guidance to junior architects

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or related field

Three (3) years of experience in cyber security, with a focus on software development, secure software development lifecycle (SDLC), or security architecture

Preferences

Experience in the design and implementation of cyber security solutions

Skills and Competencies

Ability to effectively evaluate risk vs. reward

Ability to independently problem solve with sound judgement

Ability to translate complex technical information across all levels of the organization through communications and/or presentations

Ability to work in a team environment when applicable

Knowledge of risks associated with virtualization and cloud-based computing and the impact of those technologies on an organizations security posture

Knowledge of security principles, solutions, tools, methodologies, and techniques

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)

Strong project management skills

Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills

Strong work ethic and self-motivation

This position must be within a reasonable driving distance to a Branch, Consumer Operations, or Professional Office Building with the primary location being for Birmingham, AL, Nashville, TN, Atlanta, GA or Charlotte, NC. Regions will not provide relocation assistance for this position, and relocation would be at your expense. Exceptions to the geographic location requirement may be made for current Regions associates who work remotely.

This position may be filled at a higher level depending on the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.

Position Type

Full time

Compensation Details

Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.

The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.

Job Range Target:

Minimum:

$89,396.40 USD

Median:

$124,950.00 USD

Incentive Pay Plans:

This job is not incentive eligible.

Benefits Information

Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that “one size does not fit all” for benefits-eligible associates. (https://www.regions.com/about-regions/benefits/benefits-eligibility) Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.

Paid Vacation/Sick Time

401K with Company Match

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Disability Benefits

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Associate Volunteer Program

Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.

https://www.regions.com/welcometour/benefits.rf

Location Details

Riverchase Operations Center

Location:

Hoover, Alabama

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

We have a passion for creating an inclusive environment that promotes and values the differences that make each of us stand out as unique individuals and help provide valuable perspective that makes us a better company and employer. More importantly, we recognize that creating a workplace where everyone, regardless of background, can do their best work and thrive is the right thing to do.

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