Solution Architect - Cyber Security Engineering

Position OverviewAt PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Solution Architect within PNC's Technology organization, you can be based in Pittsburgh PA, Cleveland OH (preferred), Birmingham AL, Phoenix AZ or Dallas TX.***PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.***PNC is seeking an experienced Security Engineering Solution Architect to join our team and lead the design and implementation of robust security solutions across our cloud and on-premises environments. In this role, you will be responsible for developing security architectures, conducting architecture and risk assessments, and guiding cross-functional teams in integrated security best practices in our services and infrastructure. Key Responsibilities1. Develop and design security architectures for cloud and on-premises environments that align with organizational needs and compliance requirements.2. Implement security controls and technology to protect data, applications, and infrastructure from threats and vulnerabilities.3. Perform architecture assessments of systems and changes to those systems to comply with organizational and regulatory requirements and guidance.4. Develop mitigation strategies and recommend improvements to enhance overall security posture.5. Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security best practices into system designs.6. Serve as a subject matter expert in security architecture, advising on best practices and risk mitigation.7. Creation of architecture artifacts through investigation, exploration, and researching technologies available and other constraints that may be involved.8. Creation of UML use case diagram(s), component diagram(s), sequence diagram(s).9. Creation of Business Process Mapping Notation (BPMN) context diagram, functional flow diagram, cross-functional flow diagram, and application configuration flowchart diagram.10. Engage relevant vendors, technology owners/SMEs, Enterprise Architecture, Security Architecture, product owners to ensure feasibly, best practices, standards, and expectations are met Qualifications1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred2. Relevant certifications such as Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent preferred3. 5+ years of experience in security architecture, engineering, or related fields preferred4. Proven experience designing and implementing security solutions in complex environments.5. Strong networking experience to design highly resilient and redundant network solutions with understanding of capabilities such as Frame Relay, Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), Software-defined networking (SDN), and Zero Trust, etc. Technical Skills1. Strong understanding of security protocols, encryption, authentication, and authorization techniques.2. Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g. NIST, ISO 27001, etc).3. Proficient in security tools and technologies such as firewalls, API gateways, Security Event and Incident Management (SEIM), Intrusion detection systems (IDS), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and endpoint protection.4. Solid understanding of Security principles and strategies utilized to detect and manage threat actors5. Broad understanding of Technologies utilized across the Security Landscape6. Familiarity with different types of UML diagrams.7. Familiarity with Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN). Communication1. Excellent communication, with the ability to present complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.2. Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, IT, compliance and business teams.3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex security issues. Soft Skills1. Strong sense of initiative and ownership.2. Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of quality and security.3. Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities.4. Self-starter with a proactive approach to identify and solving security challenges.***PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.***PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.Job DescriptionDesigns solution roadmaps, according to business strategies and processes in solution architecture, through client requirement analysis, cross-team collaboration and problem resolution.Designs solution roadmaps, and system and software architecture according to business strategies and solution architecture standards/processes.Analyzes client requirements and determines appropriate solutions to these requirements based on business needs.Resolves routine to moderately complex problems and issues in solution architecture; assesses any potential risks and determines solutions to these risks.Works with other solution architecture staff, technology experts and business stakeholders to provide functional support to clients on solution architecture updates.PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary