Senior Principal Security Architect
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- Hybrid
- Level
- Principal
- Posted
Skills
About this role
About Invesco As one of the world’s leading independent global investment firms, Invesco is dedicated to rethinking possibilities for our clients. By delivering the combined power of our distinctive investment management capabilities, we provide a wide range of investment strategies and vehicles to our clients around the world. If you're looking for challenging work, intelligent colleagues, and exposure across a global footprint, come explore your potential at Invesco. What’s in it for you? Our people are at the ver y core of our success. Invesco employees get more out of life through our comprehensive compensation and benefit offerings including: Flexible paid time off Hybrid work schedule 401(K) matching of 100% up to the first 6% with a discretionary supplemental contribution Health & wellbeing benefits Parental Leave benefits Employee stock purchase plan Job Description Key Responsibilities / Duties: Define and execute enterprise security architecture strategies, standards, reference architectures, design patterns, and guidelines aligned with business objectives and technology modernization efforts. undefined Partners with business leaders, enterprise architects, engineering teams, and security stakeholders to embed security requirements into technology roadmaps, cloud adoption, and transformation initiatives. undefined Define security functional and non-functional requirements that support business objectives and strengthen solution design. undefined Assess the effectiveness of security controls across data protection, identity and access management, security monitoring, detective controls, infrastructure/network security, and incident response; recommend controls, processes, and remediation actions to address gaps and reduce risk. undefined Research, evaluate, and advocate for emerging technologies, architectures, and security products that advance the security maturity roadmap. undefined Act as a subject matter expert for advisory, review and approval of security designs, configurations, baselines, and technical standards. undefined Mentor security architects and technical teams, promoting architectural excellence, knowledge sharing, and clear communication of complex security concepts to technical and business audiences. undefined Other duties as assigned. Work Experience / Knowledge: 15+ years of progressive IT experience, including 10+ years focused on cybersecurity, security architecture, and enterprise architecture in large, complex organizations. undefined 5+ years of experience with cloud delivery platforms, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS, and providers such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. undefined Strong background across cloud security, Zero Trust, networking, identity and access management, data protection, AI platforms, and risk management. undefined Experience leading enterprise-wide security initiatives, including architecture, implementation, and adoption of security solutions and processes. undefined Ability to engage senior leaders, define requirements, and clearly communicate security risks, decisions, and recommendations. undefined Expertise in two or more technology domains, such as infrastructure, application security, network security, IAM, data protection, endpoint security or AI security. undefined Knowledge of industry security control frameworks such as NIST, CSA CCM, and CIS Critical Security Controls. undefined Proficiency with architecture modeling using industry-standard notation languages, such as ArchiMate. Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally. Frequency and duration to be determined by manager. Skills / Other Personal Attributes Required: Strong ability to influence across technical, business, and executive stakeholders to drive adoption of enterprise architecture standards and security recommendations. undefined Collaborative team player with strong communication, organization, and facilitation skills. High-energy,