The IT Security Architect is a core member of the Canon EMEA Information Security Department, and is responsible for the strategic Security Roadmap, defining and implementing the target enterprise security architecture, and for providing guidance to project teams to ensure compliance with the Canon EMEA security policies and seurity architecture.

This role can be filled in either our Amstelveen, Netherlands headquarters, or our Stockley Park, United Kingdom headquarters. 

What we give

With Canon, you'll get the support and encouragement you need to grow, from people who share your ambition. We'll invest in your professional development to help you learn and progress in your role with us. You'll find leaders who give you the freedom to explore new things and a team where knowledge is shared openly.

At Canon we have a clear vision: to be committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable culture where employees are valued and can thrive personally and professionally.

Canon also has a strong commitment to sustainability, encompassed by our Kyosei philosophy of living and working together for the common good, focused on reducing our environmental impact and creating opportunities to make positive social contribution.

As a Security Architect, you will: Own, define and maintain the Security Roadmap for a 5 year horizon, in alignment with business and IT priorities. Lead and support the creation of the security architecture direction, and the vision statement for new initiatives. Actively support and consult projects as a member of the Project Design Authority. Direct, review and approve high-level designs produced by the Project Design Office Work closely with business stakeholders (e.g. business sponsors, business process group) and develop an intimate understanding of the business value chain and business processes. Ensure business and IT stakeholder sign-off for security initiatives. Identify opportunities to improve business and IT processes. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, best practices and threat landscape.

What we ask

As a Security Architect, you will need: At least 8 years of experience within Information Security, with at least 4 years in an (Enterprise) Security Architecture role. Professional experience with all aspects of an IT project from design through development, testing, implementation, and production. Deep understanding of the security domain specific technologies and systems. Broad understanding of neighboring domains and the overall technical landscape. Awareness of relevant technologies in the wider industry, and their strengths and weaknesses. Able to engage with delivery and operational personnel on complex technical issues. Expertise in Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF and/or SABSA), standard technologies (e. g. SOA) and modeling environments (e. g. UML). Strong communication and presentation skills in English. Ability to persuade and influence key stakeholders, including the ability to explain complex technical issues to non IT-experts. Strong analytical and conceptual skills, and able evaluate the costs, benefits and other measurable features of potential options.

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