About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

The role: Security Architect Engineer

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Design and maintain cybersecurity architecture using risk criteria and Defense-in-Depth principles
• Provide guidance and conduct architecture reviews for proposed security and business functions
• Produce technical reports and develop presentations on enterprise security strategies
• Serve as a software security resource for assigned projects
• Perform risk analysis for strategic technology initiatives
• Identify and develop new architecture standards for secure cloud and AI adoption
• Act as an information security subject matter expert
• Quantify business needs to achieve value outcomes and share best practices
• Demonstrate strong leadership in account and delivery management, fostering collaboration
• Review technical architectures for security, infrastructure, and applications
• Contribute to global enterprise security and cloud architecture across all service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
• Apply experience with open source and other technology backgrounds
• Maintain broad understanding of security functions (Application Security, IAM, GRC)
• Implement security hardening techniques
• Determine baseline security configuration standards for operating systems (e.g., OS hardening), network segmentation, and identity and access management (IAM)
• Threat modelling

Core Competencies

• Deep knowledge of security principles, frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, OWASP), and risk management
• Expertise in AI/Agentic AI, networking, operating systems, data protection, application security, and identity
• Strong understanding of cloud (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and on-premises security
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in a relevant field (Computer Science, Information Systems)
• 10+ years in security and cloud technologies with a focus on architecture
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC (preferred)

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with NIST, cybersecurity and IT process solutions, security and risk control frameworks
• Awareness of security and risk management trends, emerging threats, and vulnerabilities
• Experience with databases, endpoint protection, firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, and managing security infrastructure
• Proficiency in application security, cloud, and AI

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $143,000 – $205,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographical location as well as experience and qualifications for the role.
In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is not eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus or sales commission plan.
 

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

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