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Royal Caribbean Group’s IT Architecture Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full time Manager Enterprise Security Architecture reporting to the AVP Enterprise Architecture & Engineering
The position is onsite and based in Miramar Florida
The position is also not eligible for work authorization sponsorship
Position Summary
The Manager Enterprise Security Architecture must possess extensive knowledge of security architecture principles and best practices including cloud and network security data security and security governance & compliance The role requires collaboration across various teams and close cooperation with the Enterprise Security Team Engineering Managers Product Owners and Enterprise Architects
This position entails overseeing the security architecture and selecting the appropriate technology for systems and applications within the company's product portfolio The ideal candidate should have a profound understanding of cybersecurity frameworks risk management cloud security and compliance particularly within the cruise line or hospitality industry Responsibilities include preparing proposals recommending solutions for approval and reviewing technical designs to ensure adherence to top security architecture practices and alignment with the company's technological vision Moreover this role promotes governs and documents security architecture decisions across relevant programs
As a technology leader within the organization this person plays a crucial role in making security-related decisions selections and strategies at the enterprise level
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Design and implement an extensive security architecture throughout the enterprise that aligns with business objectives and regulatory requirements
- ensuring a robust and flexible security framework
Establish and implement security architecture policies standards and best practices throughout IT and operational technology environments- encompassing both onboard ship systems and corporate infrastructure
Lead security architecture initiatives for cloud computing (AWS Azure GCP) network security data protection- and identity & access management to guard against emerging threats
Provide expert guidance on secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) ensuring security is embedded in all transformation projects infrastructure deployments- and new technology integrations
Work with application and platform architects and development teams to establish and uphold secure coding practices security design principles and vulnerability mitigation strategies across the full stack of application layers including web mobile API backend- and AI components
Ensure adherence to global compliance frameworks such as GDPR PCI-DSS NIST IMO Maritime Cybersecurity Guidelines- and ISO 27001
Evaluate and mitigate security risks by conducting advanced threat modeling vulnerability assessments penetration testing- and continuous monitoring to protect systems against cyber threats
Work closely with IT compliance legal operations- and business units to integrate security best practices into corporate and shipboard operations
Stay ahead of the cybersecurity landscape evaluating new technologies such as AI-driven security analytics zero-trust architectures- and blockchain-based identity management to enhance security capabilities
- Documents and communicate security architecture decisions and strategies effectively
Present executive recommendations to facilitate technology product selections buy vs build decision- and direction for strategic product roadmaps
Accountable for large/complex estimation activities and quality of estimates- in collaboration with the product teams and peer architects
Performs other duties as required This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position- Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management
Qualifications Knowledge and Skills
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering Computer Science Information Technology Math
- or a related field
10+ years of experience in information security- including 5+ years in a security architecture leadership role
Proven ability to design develop and implement secure scalable- and robust system architectures aligned with business goals
Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture and security frameworks including NIST ISO 27001- and CIS
Hands-on experience with IAM solutions such as ForgeRock IAM and Symantec MFA- as well as threat modeling tools like IriusRisk
Proficient with Active Directory Office 365 Symantec antivirus MFA firewalls SIEM IDS/IPS endpoint protection- and encryption technologies
Experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS Azure- or GCP) and familiarity with cloud-native services and hybrid environments
Familiarity with maritime IT environments including shipboard networks satellite communications- and maritime cybersecurity regulations
Understanding of data privacy regulations such as GDPR CCPA- and HIPAA
- Strong communication skills with the ability to document and present architectural decisions to technical and business stakeholders
- Experienced in working with senior leadership to define technology roadmaps and lead product-level solutioning
Proficient in software architecture configurations integration- and technical implementation of enterprise software products
Recognized as a technical expert across multiple products and a mentor to engineering teams on frameworks tools- and integration patterns
Preferred certifications include CISSP CCSP- or equivalent
Continuously tracks emerging technologies architectural trends- and vendor solutions to evolve security practices
Agency and Third-Party Submissions: Please note this is a direct search by the Company and applications through agencies and other third parties will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited resumes Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the Company's property
We know there's a lot to consider As you go through the application process our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance and more relevant details to answer any additional questions Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group We'll hope to see you onboard soon!
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