Senior Security Architect - Banking IT

Our client, a leading bank in the Middle East, is seeking a Senior Architect to join their Group IT team within the Architecture Chapter. This is a high-impact role responsible for designing scalable, secure, and resilient technology platforms that support critical business domains.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver end-to-end architecture solutions across mobile/web apps, microservices, and cloud-native platforms
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and delivery teams to transform business needs into technology solutions
• Define and enforce architectural standards, patterns, and best practices
• Integrate security best practices in architecture to ensure data confidentiality, compliance, and regulatory alignment
• Mentor junior architects and contribute to reusable design assets such as blueprints and reference architectures
• Lead peer reviews, conduct internal workshops, and promote cross-team architectural alignment

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in designing web/mobile applications, APIs, and microservices
• Strong experience with cloud-native technologies including Kubernetes, OpenShift, containers, and virtualization
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in Cyber/Information Security
• Deep understanding of security concepts such as Authentication, Authorization, Encryption, Logging/Monitoring, and OWASP standards
• Experience working in agile environments and DevSecOps delivery models
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture tools (e.g., Sparx EA) and cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or OCI
• Strong analytical thinking, stakeholder management, and solution-driven approach

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect, or CISSP
• Experience working in the banking or fintech domain
• Exposure to data modelling tools and security regulations related to financial services

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work with a major banking client leading digital transformation across the region
• Contribute to enterprise-scale architecture design in a modern, agile setup
• Gain exposure to secure, cloud-first platforms used by millions of end users
• Be part of a high-calibre architecture chapter focused on innovation, quality, and performance
• Access to continuous learning and mentoring initiatives