Lead Enterprise Security Architect

Lead Enterprise Security Architect - Flutter Global Cybersecurity

Location Leeds/Dublin

Hybrid - 2 days per week (Dublin only)

Flutter is seeking a Lead Enterprise Security Architect to orchestrate and champion a groupwide Enterprise Security strategy. Operating in a federated environment this role reports to the AD of Group Enterprise Security and provides strategic guidance technical direction and handson expertise to our security teams across the Group.

About Division/Function

Flutter consists of two commercial divisions (FanDuel and International) and our central Flutter Functions; COO Finance & Legal. Here in Flutter Functions we work with colleagues across all our divisions and regions to deliver something we call the Flutter Edge. Its what differentiates us our secret sauce which plays a key part in our ongoing success and powers our brands and divisions through Product Tech Expertise and Flutter COO we work with experts across Flutter to build deploy and communicate the Flutter Edge. Together we cover Product & Payments Technology Sportsbook Product & Trading People Property Corporate Communications and Strategic Partnerships & Transformation.

What youll do

• Strategic Leadership & Roadmap: Define and continuously refine a cohesive enterprise security architecture that supports Flutters federated model aligns with business goals and cyber risk priorities.

• Secure Connectivity Strategy: Champion the design and rollout of ZeroTrust architecture across identity network application and data layers. Define ZeroTrust principles policies and controls; create roadmaps and implementation plans. This is includes supporting the selection of security tooling (IAM CASB CSPM SASE threat detection risk analytics).

• Global Collaboration: Facilitate collaboration among brand security teams leading security focussed working groups where needed. Provide guidance on secure integration between brand systems and shared services.

• Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Stay current on emerging security technologies industry best practices and threat trends. Evaluate new tools or features and where beneficial incorporate them into the strategy. Continuously assess the security programs maturity across business units and implement improvements to process or technology to elevate weaker areas.

• Project and Vendor Management: Oversee group wide security project execution. Manage relationships with relevant product vendors and service providers (remaining vendor neutral). Evaluate and select strategic security products or upgrades in line with the roadmap.

How youll do it

• 10years of experience in Cybersecurity with at least 5years in Security Architecture.

• Proven track record of designing and implementing security solutions in large complex environments such as leading a full ZeroTrust deployment or managing Security Architecture governance across multiple business units.

• Broad experience in Cybersecurity and Enterprise Infrastructure with exposure to integrating security controls with a variety of other systems.

• Experience working in or with regulated industries or large enterprises is highly desirable.

• Mergers and acquisitions integration experience is a plus.

• Deep expertise in ZeroTrust architecture cloud security frameworks (CSPM CASB SASE) and regulatory compliance (ISO27001 NIST CSF PCIDSS GDPR SOX gaming regulations).

• Scripting or programming skills (PowerShell Python etc.) for automation in workflows are advantageous.

• Professional certifications such as CISSP CISM SABSA or vendorspecific security certifications are highly valued.

• Strong leadership strategic thinking stakeholder management and mentoring skills.

• Excellent communication collaboration and the ability to translate technical concepts into businessfriendly language.

Whats in it for you

We are a flexible employer; whether you have personal commitments or a hobby that brings you joy we want you to bring your best self to work and feel empowered to do so. We also like to share our success; after all you make it happen. We have an excellent benefits package that can be personalised to you:

• Bonus scheme

• Uncapped holiday allowance

• Enhanced pension scheme

• Private healthcare

• Life assurance

• Income protection

• Hybrid working

• 1000 annual self-development learning fund

• Invest via the Flutters Sharesave Scheme

• Paid volunteering days

• Enhanced parental leave

• Wellbeing fund (/250 a year)

• Recognition programs

• Electric car scheme gym membership discounts vouchers and much more!

About Flutter

We are a world leader in online sports betting and iGaming with a market leading position in the US and across the world. We have an unparalleled portfolio of the most innovative diverse and distinctive brands including FanDuel Sky Betting & Gaming Sportsbet PokerStars Paddy Power Sisal Tombola Betfair MaxBet Junglee Games and Adjarabet. With our global scale and challenger mentality through which we excite and entertain our customers in a safe and sustainable way. Using our collective power the Flutter Edge we aim to disrupt the sector learning from the past to create a better future for our customers colleagues and communities. Were working to be an inclusive employer and we encourage people from all backgrounds ways of thinking and working to apply. Everyone brings different perspectives and experiences; you dont have to meet all the requirements listed to apply for this role. If you need any adjustments to make this role work for you let us know and well see how we can accommodate them.