Lead IT Enterprise Security Architect

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Lead IT Enterprise Architect Security to define lead and evolve the enterprise security architecture across the organization. This role will be responsible for aligning security strategy with business priorities designing secure technology architectures and ensuring robust protection of enterprise systems data and digital assets.

This leader will work in close partnership with the Honeywell Global Security Team to co-develop and scale a unified enterprise-wide security footprint that aligns with global standards regulatory requirements and evolving threat landscapes.

The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with deep expertise in cybersecurity architecture enterprise systems and risk management capable of influencing executive stakeholders and driving enterprise-wide transformation.

You will report directly to our Director of IT Enterprise Architecture and youll work out of our Charlotte NC Atlanta GA Phoenix AZ location on a Hybrid work schedule.

Hybrid Work Schedule Note: For the first 90 days New Hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite Monday Friday.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Enterprise Security Architecture & Strategy

• Develop and own the enterprise security architecture roadmap aligned with business IT and Honeywell Global Security strategy.
• Partner closely with Honeywell Global Security leadership to define and standardize the global security posture frameworks and long-term vision.
• Define security architecture standards reference models and best practices across all platforms (cloud on-prem hybrid).
• Lead the integration of security into enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF SABSA).
• Ensure alignment with global regulatory compliance and risk management frameworks.

Global Security Collaboration

• Serve as the primary architecture liaison between enterprise IT and Honeywell Global Security Teams.
• Contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives to harmonize security controls tooling and governance models globally.
• Drive adoption of consistent security patterns and standards across regions business units and platforms.
• Support the development of a scalable unified security architecture that addresses both corporate and operational (OT) environments where applicable.

Security Design & Governance

• Provide architectural leadership for secure design of applications infrastructure and data platforms.
• Lead security design reviews threat modeling and risk assessments for key initiatives.
• Establish governance processes to ensure adherence to enterprise and global security standards.
• Partner with engineering teams to embed security-by-design zero trust principles and secure SDLC practices.

Cloud & Emerging Technology Security

• Define and oversee security architectures for cloud platforms (AWS Azure GCP) and hybrid environments.
• Guide adoption of modern security patterns including Zero Trust SASE DevSecOps and API security.
• Collaborate with global teams to evaluate and securely adopt emerging technologies across the enterprise.

Risk & Compliance Alignment

• Ensure enterprise architecture aligns with regulatory requirements such as NIST ISO 27001 SOC2 GDPR HIPAA (if applicable).
• Partner with Honeywell Global Security Risk Compliance and Audit teams to mitigate enterprise-wide risks.
• Support incident response architecture cyber resilience planning and business continuity strategies.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a trusted advisor to CIO CISO Honeywell Global Security leadership and senior executives.
• Lead and mentor architects and senior engineers across domains.
• Influence cross-functional global teams without direct authority to drive alignment and execution.
• Translate business and global security requirements into scalable secure architecture solutions.

Technology & Vendor Strategy

• Evaluate and recommend security tools platforms and vendors in alignment with global security standards and strategies.
• Develop enterprise technology roadmaps that optimize cost scalability and risk reduction.
• Drive large-scale initiatives such as identity & access management network security data protection and threat protection programs.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking with a global enterprise mindset
• Executive communication and stakeholder influence
• Strong collaboration across international and cross-functional teams
• Leadership mentoring and organizational impact
• Ability to balance security innovation and business agility

Success Metrics

• Alignment of enterprise architecture with Honeywell Global Security strategy
• Adoption of standardized global security architecture and controls
• Reduction in enterprise risk exposure and vulnerabilities
• Successful execution of secure scalable global technology solutions
• Improved audit compliance and cyber resilience outcomes

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Information Security or related field.
• 10 years of IT experience with at least:
  • 5 years in enterprise architecture
  • 5 years in cybersecurity architecture or security leadership roles
• Proven experience working with global security teams or operating in a large multinational enterprise environment.
• Deep expertise in:
  • Enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF preferred)
  • Security frameworks (NIST ISO SABSA Zero Trust)
  • Cloud security (Azure AWS GCP)
  • Identity & Access Management (IAM) network security and data protection
• Experience leading enterprise-wide or global security transformation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of risk management compliance and regulatory frameworks.

WE VALUE

• Certifications such as:
  • CISSP CISM CCSP TOGAF SABSA
  • Cloud certifications (Azure Security Engineer AWS Security Specialty)
• Experience in industrial manufacturing or OT (Operational Technology) security environments.
• Exposure to DevSecOps automation AI/ML security and modern data architectures.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a competitive salary leading-edge work and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Accounts EAP and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave Paid Time Off (for vacation personal business sick time and parental leave) and 12 Paid Holidays. Learn more ( application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: July 7 2026

ABOUT HONEYWELL

Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the worlds most critical challenges around energy safety security productivity and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state of the art technology solutions to improve efficiency productivity sustainability and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer more comfortable and more productive world enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe. Learn more ( BUSINESS UNIT

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