Security Technical Architect

As a Security Technical Architect at NTT DATA, you will design robust security architectures that safeguard our systems, applications, and infrastructure. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to embed security requirements throughout the system design and development lifecycle, ensuring our technology solutions are secure, compliant, and industry‑leading.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive enterprise security architecture framework aligned with business strategy, technology roadmaps, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the design and implementation of end‑to‑end security solutions across network, cloud, application, infrastructure, and data security domains.
• Conduct detailed security assessments of new and existing systems, identifying vulnerabilities and defining mitigation plans.
• Create and maintain security architecture documentation, including diagrams, patterns, reference models, policies, and standards.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert and advisor to IT, infrastructure, development, cloud, and product teams, ensuring security is embedded into all technology initiatives.
• Evaluate, recommend, and drive the adoption of emerging security technologies and advanced security capabilities.
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to embed security into all phases of the technology lifecycle, from design through deployment and operations.
• Provide mentorship, technical guidance, and knowledge transfer to security engineering teams and broader technical teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field; Master’s degree is preferred.
• CISSP certification (mandatory).
• Minimum of 8 years of cybersecurity experience, including at least 5 years in security architecture, design, or enterprise security engineering roles.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing security solutions within large, complex enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of industry security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, SABSA, and secure architecture principles.
• Deep understanding of network security, cryptography, IAM, cloud security models, and modern application security practices.
• Additional certifications such as CISM, CRISC, TOGAF, or equivalent.
• Hands‑on experience securing cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving capability, and the ability to drive decisions in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments.

Workplace type: On‑site working.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category.