About the Job
The Senior Security Architect (SSEA) at Emirates NBD reports to the Head of Architecture while maintaining accountability to the Delivery Head and Lead in the business/functional domain. This role requires deep technical expertise, potential leadership qualities, and a solution-oriented mindset.
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The SSEA will be engaged in Technology Platforms with a focus on Data, specifically within areas such as Databases, Real-Time Streaming (RTS), Data Integration, and Advanced Analytics. The chapter is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing enterprise architecture and solutions practices, standards, emerging patterns, and technologies to deliver world-class solutions while building a resilient, agile, and secure architectural landscape aligned with Emirates NBD’s business strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Possess working knowledge of Data Warehouse, Databases, Streaming, and Data Analytics technologies, including Hadoop, Hive, Apache Ranger, MongoDB, Oracle, Redis, Kafka, Power BI, Tableau, and SAS.
- Secure systems within the domain to comply with regulatory requirements and minimize risks prior to product releases.
- Conduct Data Classification and Asset Valuation activities.
- Experience in Threat Modeling using chosen frameworks.
- In-depth understanding of Application Security (OWASP Top 10 or equivalent), API Security, and Mobile Security.
- Strong knowledge of Infrastructure Security, including Containers, Virtual Machines, CI/CD pipelines, Operating Systems, Databases, and Interfaces such as payment switches and APIs.
- Collaborate with architects, tech leads, and stakeholders to develop security requirements and solutions.
- Create security solution-oriented presentations for senior technical and business audiences.
- Promote adherence to bank policies, standards, architectural principles, and guidelines.
Key Requirements:
- A focus on delivery while balancing Customer Experience, Business Requirements, Performance, Reliability, and Security.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent stakeholder, time management, and expectation management abilities.
- Capability for autonomous decision-making with minimal guidance.
- High learning potential and enthusiasm for mentoring associate/junior architects.
- Ability to influence teams toward secure design implementation for risk reduction.
Core Objectives & Key Results (OKRs):
- Coach and mentor junior architects to boost team quality.
- Conduct various security-related assessments (Data Classification, Threat Modeling, etc.) within agreed timelines.
- Optimize processes and ensure governance is maintained within realistically agreed timelines.
- Run educational workshops to enhance security awareness within squads and tribes.
- Engage in specialized training and pursue certifications to enhance skills.
About Us
Emirates NBD is the leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa, and Türkiye) region, established in 1963 and officially listed on the Dubai Financial Market. The group serves a wide customer base with a range of banking products and services, maintaining a significant digital footprint with 97% of financial transactions conducted outside branches. Emirates NBD is committed to sustainable development and actively participates in initiatives aimed at promoting financial wellness and inclusivity.
Join Emirates NBD as a Senior Security Architect and contribute to a world-class financial institution at the forefront of innovation and security in banking.
