Senior Security Architect

Are you ready to shape the future of cybersecurity? Do you have a passion for protecting organizations against emerging threats? If so, we want to hear from you!

This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work in a hybrid model  from our Kraków  office, aligning with our in-country smart working policy.

Aon is in the business of better decisions.

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

 What the day will look like :

As a Security Architect, the ideal candidate is expected to:

- Understand technical security issues and their implications for Aon businesses, effectively communicating them to management and other business leaders.- Stay informed about emerging security technologies and determine their appropriate use within technology and business applications.- Maintain and enforce Aon’s cybersecurity policies and secure design documentation.- Execute and enhance Aon’s Security architecture review process, ensuring compliance for all technology and business initiatives.- Architect global programs that deploy strong security patterns and controls across applications and computing environments, while addressing security, business resiliency, and compliance frameworks.- Identify security risks and trends, guiding the Global Security Services (GSS) organization in addressing these issues.- Improve architectural adoption through automation and efficiently leverage security tools to solve challenges at scale.- Validate reference architectures for security best practices and recommend changes to enhance security and reduce risk, where applicable.- Collaborate with corporate functions, including Internal Audit, Compliance, Privacy, and Sourcing, to ensure Aon maintains a strong cybersecurity posture.

How this opportunity is different

This is your chance to make a significant impact in a role that is both challenging and rewarding! At Aon, you'll work with a diverse team of experts, collaborating with senior management and technology teams to drive our cybersecurity initiatives forward. You'll be supported by a culture that values innovation and continuous learning, allowing you to thrive and grow in your career.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

- A minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience in security architecture.- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, or 6+ years of previous technical experience, specifically in security architecture.- Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, SANS, Security+, etc.- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to various audiences, from senior executives to technical teams.- Detailed understanding of threats faced by consumer and digital platform organizations.- Proven hands-on experience securing cloud infrastructure and global hybrid architectures from both compute and network perspectives.- Expertise in securing operating systems (Microsoft, Linux, MacOS, etc.) and application security topics, including OWASP top 10 and technical remediation.- Comprehensive technical experience with security technologies (e.g., SIEM, EDR, WAF, IAM, DLP, CSPM, CASB, etc.).- Strong understanding of network and compute architectures, particularly their security aspects.- Thorough knowledge of compliance and regulatory frameworks and their impact on architecture designs and reviews.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself.  We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.  

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. 

We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com

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