Principal Architect (EndPoint)

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What We'll Bring:

What You'll Bring:

We are seeking an experienced Endpoint Security Architect to strategically design, implement, and manage endpoint security solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to meet stringent security and regulatory requirements. This role is pivotal in driving and maintaining the overall strategy for endpoint security solutions, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with organizational goals.

Impact You'll Make:

Responsibilities:

• Lead the adoption of emerging trends and best practices in endpoint security to align our endpoint security strategy with the latest developments.
• Design, implement, and manage endpoint security solutions to protect against cyber threats.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards for endpoint devices.
• Drive continuous improvement in endpoint security operations, policies, and procedures, including incident response and vulnerability management.
• Work with IT and security teams to seamlessly integrate endpoint security measures into the overall security architecture.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on endpoint security best practices.
• Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards.
• Lead the evaluation and selection of endpoint security tools and technologies.
• Develop and implement incident response plans specific to endpoint security.
• Perform root cause analysis on security incidents and provide recommendations for remediation.
• Liaise with third-party vendors and service providers to strengthen endpoint security measures.
• Participate in security audits and assessments, providing detailed reports and action plans.
• Advise on the secure configuration and deployment of endpoint devices across the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in fields of Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Over 10 years of experience in endpoint security, including EDR, threat intelligence, and incident response, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of endpoint security technologies such as antivirus, EDR, and DLP.
• Experience with security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+) are a plus.
• Extensive technical expertise in endpoint security, with proficiency in EDR tools and technologies such as Splunk, Tanium, Carbon Black, SentinelOne, or CrowdStrike.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills to analyze and interpret security logs, system logs, and other security-related data
• Experience engaging with stakeholders throughout the enterprise, including security analysts, IT teams, business leaders, and customers

Skills:

• In-depth understanding of endpoint security principles and practices.
• Familiarity with network security, cloud security, and identity and access management.
• Ability to design and implement security solutions that align with business objectives.
• Knowledge of threat modeling and risk assessment techniques.
• Proficiency in using security tools and technologies for monitoring and incident response.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication skills: Capable of clearly conveying complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem-solving mindset: Aptitude for identifying issues and developing effective solutions.
• Attention to detail: Meticulous approach to identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities.
• Team collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong working relationships.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to changing security landscapes and evolving threats.
• Leadership: Capability to lead projects and mentor junior team members.
• Critical thinking: Ability to analyze situations and make informed decisions quickly.
• Time management: Efficiently manage multiple tasks and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Continuous learning: Commitment to staying current with the latest security trends and technologies.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Adherence to Company policies, sound judgment and trustworthiness, working safely, communicating respectfully, and safeguarding business operations, confidential and proprietary information, and the Company's reputation are also essential expectations of this position.

Benefits:

TransUnion provides flexible benefits including flexible time off for exempt associates, paid time off for non-exempt associates, up to 12 paid holidays per year, health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision plan options and health spending accounts), mental health support, disability benefits, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility planning coverage, legal benefits, long-term care insurance, commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, charity gift matching, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k) retirement savings with employer match, and access to TransUnion's Employee Resource Groups. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select health and welfare plans.

We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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