[Remote] Information Security Architect (Remote)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. First Citizens Bank is seeking an Information Security Architect to deliver architecture intent to enterprise stakeholders and the Information Security organization. This role involves designing and implementing security strategies, providing advisory services, and ensuring the secure realization of business initiatives in alignment with the bank's risk appetite.

Responsibilities

• Assists in designing and implementing security strategies for assigned subject matter domain (e.g., Identity and Access Management, Compute) and Information Security, at-large based on knowledge of the assigned-domain; bank policies and standards; current, and anticipated, regulatory requirements; and expected threats and associated risks
• Review existing and proposed architectures, identify security gaps - through threat modeling and/or technical risk assessment, and recommend changes and/or enhancements
• Continuously enhance process(es) to drive scale, consistency, repeatability, to this end
• As required, function as a solutions architect for security solutions; provide the initial solutions architecture, assist with foundational integrations, and lead the initial implementation of solutions
• Serve as an Information Security subject matter expert, providing advisory and consulting services to stakeholders, as required
• Effectively communicate to technical and nontechnical audiences alike in both oral and written form
• Maintains a strong knowledge of developments in information technology, developments in security technology, and emerging security threats
• Utilizes knowledge to influence security strategy - e.g., identity technology capabilities needed to address threats; establish secure design patterns for emergent technologies

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of experience in Information Technology including Information Security OR High School Diploma or GED and 12 years of experience in Information Technology including Information Security
• 4+ years of providing architecture and/or security architecture subject matter expertise in a large-scale enterprise environment
• Demonstrable experience with threat modelling (e.g., PASTA, STRIDE, DREAD) and technical risk assessment in an enterprise environment
• Familiarity with one of more Industry-standard security framework - e.g., NIST RMF, NIST CSF, COBIT, ISO, CIS, CSA CCM
• Familiarity with one of more Industry-standard architectural framework - e.g., TOGAF, DODAF, Zachman
• Familiarity with one of more cyber-attack taxonomy (e.g., CAPEC, ATT&CK)
• Advanced Security Certifications, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) are highly desirable
• Experience with scripting and/or programming
• Effective communicator, capable of effectively translating and presenting complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical management and customers, through oral presentations and written media (white papers and demonstrations)
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit that enables you to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels, agnostic of background
• Strategic planning and execution, with a talent for turning complex challenges into actionable solutions
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to use data-driven metrics to communicate change and risk reduction
• Large Financial Institution (LFI) experience

Benefits

• Variable incentives
• Bonuses
• Benefits
• Other awards

Company Overview

• First Citizens Bank provides banking services, essential business and professional services, wealth management capabilities, and more. It was founded in 1898, and is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.firstcitizens.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

• First Citizens Bank has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 126 in 2025, 115 in 2024, 249 in 2023, 53 in 2022, 12 in 2021, 9 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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