[Remote] Sr Director - IT Security Architecture - REMOTE

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CNO Financial Group is seeking a Sr. Director of IT Security Architecture to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-wide information security architecture. The role involves overseeing a team of security architects and engineers, collaborating with business leaders, and managing relationships with external service providers to ensure cybersecurity goals are met. Responsibilities • Overseeing, developing and communicating a business first, risk-based and data-driven security architecture strategy and roadmap, solutions, and capabilities for CNO’s cybersecurity program • Providing expert direction in defining and managing CNO enterprise security strategy and architecture for security services and infrastructure, while considering potential risks in the organization’s current technology deployments, to build a successful and strong enterprise security posture • Analyzing and selecting alternatives based on threat, risk, desirability, feasibility, and viability • Reviewing and approving implementation of emerging security technologies and latest regulatory and compliance requirements for security policies, operational standards and security control framework to enhance operational services • Leading remediation activities or projects within the organization and collaborating with impacted business functions; providing inputs into the end-to-end project deliveries to enforce approved security architecture implementation standards, procedures and methodologies • Providing expert insight to various enterprise stakeholders to keep them aware of cybersecurity risks or trends, and gaining support for any necessary changes or enhancements • Leading results analysis of information technology audits and vulnerability reviews, including penetration tests and security design reviews of network infrastructure and applications • Interfacing with all levels within IT, up to and including the CIO. Will also have business stakeholder interactions and visibility up to and including the Senior Leadership Group and the Executive Leadership Group • Direct participation within governance committees – Audit and Enterprise Risk Committee, Enterprise Risk Management Committee, and Cyber Security Steering Committee, etc • Recruiting, motivating, mentoring, and leading critical cybersecurity talent, including security architects and engineers, focusing especially on maintaining healthy succession planning activities Skills • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field of study • 15 years in architecture security with 7+ years' experience as a people leader with cybersecurity, IT architecture or a related IT discipline • CISSP certification and other relevant security certifications • Extensive and proven experience in the architecture of secure solutions • Have extensive know-how of security technology including, but not limited to, authentication, security protocols, cloud security, and AI/ML • Are knowledgeable about legal and regulatory matters in the context of cybersecurity • Have a strong ability to work with a global managed service provider to achieve cyber goals • Possess a deep understanding of enterprise architecture and security frameworks like TOGAF, NIST, CIS, etc • Have a strong understanding of DevOps/DevSecOps • Are knowledgeable about the business principles of secure system design and experienced in modern design techniques • Ability to write, develop, and maintain technical documentation, including reference architecture and implementation plans • Experience in the implementation of cyber solutions and standard methodologies • Masters Degree/MBA: M.I.S, Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field of study • 15 years+ in architecture security with 10+ years' experience as a people leader with cybersecurity, IT architecture or a related IT discipline • Possess strong written and verbal communications skills and proven experience in conveying direction effectively and clearly to both highly technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership • Prior insurance industry and/or experience in regulated environments • Have the ability to work across organizational boundaries Benefits • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Short-term & long-term disability insurance • Paid time-off and corporate holidays • Paid parental leave • Company paid life insurance Company Overview • CNO Financial Group, Inc. (CNO) is a holding company for a group of insurance companies operating throughout the United States It was founded in 1979, and is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship • CNO Financial Group has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2025. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job