Senior Cyber Security Architect and Engineer

Company Overview:

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of chemical specialties, process fluids, lubricants, and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial companies and to this day our experience and expertise show in the actions and dedication of our Associates worldwide. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

Summary of Position

As a hands-on Senior Cyber Architect and Engineer, this role will design and support cyber security and technology for both internal and customer facing systems and applications (on-premises, SaaS based, web, and mobile applications), leveraging expertise in a wide range of IT security solutions. The Cyber Security Architect and Engineer works to create and maintain a secure operating environment for users and business partners by securing systems while meeting business objectives and ensuring infrastructure is hardened against attacks and providing security solutions to protect highly sensitive data.

Responsible for Cyber Security architecture and engineering leading design of systems, functions, and services that account for security best practices, reducing the risk of security breaches through the design and implementation process. The Cybersecurity Architect and Engineer will apply consistent security principles based on industry standards, monitor threats and vulnerabilities, and design/implement security into the infrastructure. Key to success in this role is prioritizing usability while not compromising security and anticipating longer-term technology needs to keep systems and applications current. The Cyber Security Architect and Engineer will promote continuous improvement and efficiency by applying best practices. Additionally, this individual will help develop internal skills and technology talent, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and secure the future of QH technology offerings, driving innovation and meaningful impact. If you're passionate about fostering collaboration and driving digital innovation, join us on this exciting journey.

Accountabilities

Cyber Architecture and Engineering

• Design, develop and implement Identity & Access Management (IAM), Data Security, Application Security solutions for cyber security enterprise wide.
• Ensure system security standards are established and maintained.
• Modernize existing infrastructures by apply current cyber security standards both on premise and in the cloud
• Proactively propose security improvements by keeping up to date on evolving security threats and trends
• Provide input on organizational policies, standards and best practices to ensure alignment to cybersecurity frameworks

Solution Design & Delivery

• Lead and orchestrate the design, development and delivery of best-in-class technology solutions for Cyber Security.
• Develop recommendations for security strategy plans and roadmaps based on standard cyber architecture practices.
• Translate business requirements into appropriate architecture that balances speed to market, flexibility, integrity and cost.
• Create, review and approve technical specifications and other documentation as required for projects or operations.
• Serve as a resident expert in cyber security technologies and perform design reviews to ensure technical and functional acceptance.

Collaboration

• Partner with other DIT teams to ensure solution compatibility with strategy, standards and service model.
• Establish effective working relationships with vendors, service provider and global operational teams to achieve