Lead Security Architect

About Saxo:

At Saxo, we believe that investing unlocks a new curiosity for the world around you. Our mission is to empower inquisitive individuals to engage with global financial markets, offering professional-grade tools and intuitive access to over 71,000 financial instruments. Founded in Copenhagen in 1992, we have evolved into a Systemically Important Financial Institution (SIFI) with an investment-grade rating from S&P, trusted by over 1 million clients worldwide. We take pride in our Scandinavian heritage and are committed to the values of trust, fairness, and security, which inspire our clients to be adventurous and curious, exploring new perspectives and broadening their horizons.

About the Job:

Join Saxo's Digital Resilience & Trust team as our Lead Security Architect. This strategic leadership role involves guiding a team of security architects, with a focus on both immediate security challenges and future AI-driven solutions. You will elevate security from technical implementation to business-level integration, ensuring the protection of critical functions and driving initiatives based on a comprehensive understanding of threats and risks.

As we increasingly embed AI into our business processes and technology, you will play a pivotal role in securing these innovations while addressing present security concerns alongside your team. The role requires a forward-thinking approach to anticipate and address security challenges, ensuring alignment with our organisational values and strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead and mentor a team of security architects, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
2. Develop and execute security strategies aligned with Business Impact Analysis (BIA).
3. Ensure the protection of critical functions in accordance with the principles of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA).
4. Conduct thorough threat and risk assessments to inform and shape our security strategies and initiatives.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security considerations into business processes and decision-making.
6. Guide the team in securing AI-driven solutions, ensuring trust and compliance.
7. Engage with financial partners, articulating our security vision and strategies.
8. Represent Saxo Bank at industry conferences, sharing insights and establishing thought leadership.
9. Understand the financial regulatory landscape and integrate compliance requirements into security solutions.
10. Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, including AI advancements.

Your Profile:

We are looking for a seasoned professional with proven experience in a senior security architecture role. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of leading successful security initiatives and possess exceptional leadership skills. You should have experience managing and developing high-performing teams, and the ability to translate complex technical security concepts into strategic business objectives.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex security concepts to diverse audiences.

In-depth understanding of threat and risk management, with the ability to drive initiatives from this perspective.

Familiarity with financial regulations, including DORA, and the ability to integrate them with security solutions.

Experience with AI technologies and a business-focused approach to securing AI-driven solutions.

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When you work at Saxo, you become a Saxonian and part of a purpose-driven organisation, where good ideas are always taken seriously, and where you can make a true impact. We are invested in your development, and you can expect a robust career from day one when you join Saxo – no matter which role you take on.

You will join 2,500 other ambitious colleagues across 15 countries and become part of an international organisation. Working in Saxo, you will get to meet colleagues from many different cultures and backgrounds, and you should know that we value diversity and inclusion and see it as a genuine source of strength to drive growth, foster innovation and position us for long-term success.

We encourage an open feedback culture and supportive team environments enabling employees to grow and fulfil their career aspirations.

When you bring passion, curiosity, drive and team spirit, your learning journey will be dynamic and your career opportunities in Saxo will be immense.

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