Security Architect Sr (Cloud Technologies AWS/Azure/AI/ML) – PNC

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Security Architect Sr within PNC’s Security Architecture organization, the preferred candidate will reside and work in one of our Technology hub locations: Pittsburgh, PA; Strongsville, PA or Dallas, TX or Birmingham, AL or Phoenix, AZ, Responsibilities require time in the office with the opportunity for remote work at the manager’s discretion.

As a member of Security Architecture, you will be exposed to many facets of security, technology, and governance. The role includes activities that span from defining and establishing Security standards, to working with teams on emerging technology discovery, to compliance with existing standards, to contributing to the governance processes.

Key things to consider in this role are:
1) Adaptability with the range of activities in the role, including process changes, template changes, or shifting priorities.
2) Proficiency in a wide range of security areas and topics.
3) Proficiency in a wide range of technologies (security and non-security).
4) Willingness to collaborate regularly with partner organizations to facilitate positive outcomes.
5) Willingness to support others in partner organizations.
6) The ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and able to speak to impacts, blockers and outcomes in business, technology, and/or security context.
7) Ability to evaluate a technology landscape to recommend solutions for considerations and enable the discussion of risk vs design tradeoffs for a proposed solution.
8) Ability to explain and support the outcome of a security capability point of view.
9) Ability to learn and apply PNC’s approach to Architectural Standards, patterns, and reference architectures.
10) Ability to lead groups/topics as needed, balancing stakeholder desires and security standards/policy, to provide recommendations on approach or next steps.
11) Ability to create diagrams or other visuals as needed to communicate messages for alignment with stakeholders.
12) Ability to be a Self-starter and taking initiative to provide answers or a needed direction with minimal supervision.
13) Stay updated with the latest security trends and technologies in cloud computing and AI.
14) Expertise in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their security features.
15) Proficiency in AI and machine learning technologies for security applications.
16) Experience with security tools and frameworks (e.g., AWS Security Hub, Azure Security Center).

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Leads in securing enterprise information, systems, and development by developing and/or reviewing security requirements; planning, designing, and reviewing business and security systems; creates architectural artifacts; provides standards and governance oversight for the enterprise.
• Leads and participates in discovery efforts related to the introduction of new technologies. Prepare artifacts as required to communicate concepts and provide overall alignment with Enterprise Architecture. Collaborate with Engineering and other partners to ensure alignment with the overall intended design.
• Defines Security standards, and leads in the use and adoption of frameworks that align with overall business and technology strategy. Maintain and update architecture systems of record. Participate with engineering and other SME on best practices to consume technology and other standards. Leverages broad knowledge base and subject matter expertise to provide guidance.
• Leads in the governance and interpretation of architectural standards, design concepts, and frameworks. Monitors industry security updates, technologies and best practices to improve security management.
• Designs and collaborates on solutions that balance business requirements with information and security requirements. Leads challenging and complex conversations to provide specific recommendations. Provides approval for architectural direction.
• Identifies security design gaps in existing and proposed architectures and recommend changes or enhancements to existing processes, systems, including in depth analysis, presentations, and executive engagement.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused – Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk – Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Access Control (AC), Building Architecture, Customer Solutions, Disaster Recovery Planning, Information Security, Network Security, Physical Security, Risk Assessments, Security Technologies

Competencies

Analytical Thinking, Effective Communications, Information Security Management, Information Security Technologies, IT Architecture, IT Environment, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Knowledge of Organization, Problem Solving

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8+ years. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 8 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit Your PNC Total Rewards.