Senior Application Security Architect Technology Architecture

Overview

Guardian is seeking a Sr Application Security Architect to serve as a strategic leader and subject matter expert in application and product security. This role will be pivotal in defining enterprisewide application security strategies championing modern DevSecOps practices and guiding secure adoption of technologies across cloudnative and onpremises environments. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise strong architectural vision and the ability to influence enterprisewide security decisions in a rapidly evolving digital landscapeincluding the emerging space of AI and Generative AI (GenAI) security.

You Will:

• Define communicate and implement application security strategies and architectural standards across hybrid environments (cloud and onpremises).
• Lead the development and adoption of securitybydesign principles within modern software development practices (Agile DevSecOps CI/CD).
• Partner with engineering product and platform teams to embed robust security controls into software architecture APIs microservices and containers.
• Guide secure design for AI and GenAI systemsincluding secure model development data protection model governance adversarial testing and emerging risks (e.g. prompt injection data leakage).
• Conduct architecture reviews threat modeling and risk assessments for highvalue assets APIs cloudnative services Container technologies and opensource software.
• Recommend and enforce secure deployment patterns for SaaS PaaS and IaaS (AWS) models
• Familiar with Runtime Application SelfProtection (RASP) WAFs SIEMs and Secrets management Technologies
• Evaluate and pilot emerging tools and technologies aligned with the organizations cybersecurity strategyparticularly in the AppSec and AI security domains.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors to influence technology roadmaps and drive secure outcomes.
• Develop and maintain prescriptive blueprints and reference architectures in collaboration with business and solution architects.
• Deliver executivelevel reporting on application security risks strategy and program effectiveness

You Have:

• Bachelors degree in a STEM discipline required; Masters degree preferred.
• 10 years of experience in cybersecurity with at least 7 years in application security architecture roles.
• Proven experience designing and implementing secure architectures in cloud environments AWS
• Deep knowledge of secure software development practices including threat modeling secure coding SAST/DAST/IAST and OSS governance.
• Strong experience in securing APIs (OAuth OIDC JWT mTLS) containers Kubernetes and microservicesbased architectures.
• Understanding of modern AI/ML architecture and emerging GenAI security challenges including model integrity hallucination prevention and responsible AI principles.
• Familiarity with industry frameworks and standards (e.g. OWASP Top 10 NIST 800 series ISO 27001 MITRE ATLAS).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels including executive leadership.
• Demonstrated leadership in crossfunctional initiatives and mentoring of junior architects or engineers.

Preferred Certifications

• CISSP CISM AWS/Azure/GCP Security Certifications or equivalent security credentials
• Experience with SAFe or other Agile framework

Nice to Have

• Experience building or securing AI/ML platforms GenAI toolchains or responsible AI initiatives.

Why Join Guardian

• As part of a forwardthinking security organization you will have the opportunity to shape the security posture of nextgeneration applications and AI solutions. At Guardian we are committed to innovation inclusivity and continuous growthempowering our teams to solve complex challenges that drive real business impact.

Location

• Three days a week at a Guardian Location in Holmdel NJ Bethlehem PA New York NY or Stamford CT.

Salary Range:

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education experience knowledge and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary this role may also be eligible for annual sales or other incentive compensation.

Our Promise

At Guardian youll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skillbuilding leadership development and philanthropic opportunities we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.

Inspire WellBeing

As part of Guardians Purpose to inspire wellbeing we are committed to offering contemporary supportive flexible and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at apply to fulltime eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age race color creed religion sex affectional or sexual orientation national origin ancestry marital status disability military or veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

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