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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, and, when necessary, approves implementation of systems and applications into production
Performs 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
Ensures 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
Offers advice and guidance to junior architects, assisting in the development of necessary skills and technical knowledge
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
Five (5) 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
Advanced knowledge of risks associated with virtualization and cloud-based computing and the impact of those technologies on an organizations security posture
Advanced 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 is intended to be onsite, now or in the near future. Associates will have regular work hours, including full days in the office three or more days a week. 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. The manager will set the work schedule for this position, including in-office expectations. Regions will not provide relocation assistance for this position, and relocation would be at your expense.
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:
$108,104.70 USD
Median:
$143,990.00 USD
Incentive Pay Plans:
This job may participate in an annual discretionary bonus plan.
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/about-regions/welcome-portal/benefits
Location Details
Riverchase Operations Center
Location:
Hoover, Alabama
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.
