Security Architect - Modern Workplace

JD
united kingdom
1 month ago
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Role Purpose

We are looking for an experienced Modern Workplace Architect to join our growing Information Security team.

Reporting to the Global Head of Security Strategy, Architecture & Engineering and working closely with IT technology and architecture functions, you will develop and implement information security architecture and technology solutions to ensure information security and compliance requirements of the organisation as we go through our Digital Transformation and modernisation and beyond.

As a Modern Workplace Security Architect, you will bring deep expertise in securing a wide array of technologies - devices, applications, and services - that enhance the employee experience, productivity, and collaboration across JD Sports.

The Modern Workplace Security Architect will lead the development and execution of the digital workplace strategy designed to foster an optimal employee experience, boost productivity, and facilitate seamless collaboration across JD Group.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Ensure JD employees have seamless access to digital workplace tools that enhance efficiency and collaboration, including Microsoft 365, cloud platforms, and mobile technology.
  2. Champion digital initiatives that improve workplace productivity, reduce friction, and foster a digitally dexterous workforce.
  3. Implement digital workplace solutions that enhance both retail and head-office operations, aligning with JD Sports' omnichannel business model.
  4. Champion the rollout and optimisation of the Microsoft E5 suite of capabilities and services for JD Sports and its Fascias, working closely with IT, privacy and legal to ensure alignment.
  5. Ensure information security aspects of applications and services safeguard JD Sports' data, IP, customers, and brand reputation.
  6. Provide security guidance to business technology teams, ensuring security is integrated from the outset of projects throughout their lifecycle.
  7. Translate security requirements into architectural blueprints and patterns, balancing risk, budget, and operational challenges.
  8. Build and maintain relationships with technology vendors and business partners.
  9. Provide subject matter expertise and assess security measures, recommending improvements in collaboration with IT teams.
  10. In conjunction with JD's Managed Detect and Respond services, develop and maintain incident response plans for modern workplace security breaches, ensuring quick and effective resolution.

Qualifications and Skills:

  1. Professional certifications in Information Security or Cybersecurity (e.g. Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Certified Information Security Manager).
  2. 5+ years of experience leading digital workplace initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
  3. Strong knowledge of digital workplace platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, AWS Workspace, collaboration tools, and endpoint management solutions).
  4. Experience driving digital transformation and employee enablement in a retail, e-commerce, or multi-site environment.
  5. Strong understanding of security frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls, and their application to enhance security and ensure compliance.
  6. Strong understanding of identity lifecycle management, IAG, and privileged access security.
  7. Considerable technical writing proficiency, oral presentation skills, problem solving and decision-making skills.
  8. Experience in using architecture methodologies such as TOGAF and SABSA.
  9. Practical experience in Agile/DevOps organizations and cultures.

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