• Lead Cyber Security Architect

    Bayer (MO)


    At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

     

    Lead Cyber Security Architect

    Purpose:

    This role contributes technically in defining and assessing Bayer’s security strategy, technical architecture and practices. They translate business objectives and risk management strategies into specific security controls enabled by security technologies and services. Provide advanced technical security architectural design for complex applications and platforms.

    YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    The primary responsibilities of this role Lead Cyber Security Architect:

    + Contribute to and utilise our robust Security Controls Framework to ensure the specification of Security Solutions across Bayer is done in a controlled and rational way over applicable technical domains, such as network, cloud, application, platform and AI security

    + Design and develop tailored cybersecurity designs that address specific threats, oversee the selection anddeployment of security technologies, ensuring proper integration into existing IT infrastructure. Anticipate and maintain compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and best practice frameworks, including the CIISec Skills Framework.

    + Strategic alignment IT security requirements with business goals using industry standard architecture frameworks, such as TOGAF and SABSA; integrating security into the SDLC, while leading the design and review of complex security architectures to meet business needs.

    + Realise ‘Security by Default’ by creating and maintaining the relevant Security Standards and Security Architecture Patterns to ensure doing business securely is the easiest way to do business

    + Providing advanced technical guidance and expertise to engineering and development teams on secure system design, configuration, and implementation.

    + Staying abreast of emerging cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies, and furnishing recommendations for proactive security measures and defensive strategies.

    + Work across Bayer to foster a unified cyber security approach, leading cybersecurity initiatives or teams with a focus on risk management and security architecture.

    WHO YOU ARE

    Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

    Required Qualifications:

    + A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Informationtechnology, cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field is essential, though relevant working experience may be considered an equivalent.

    + Demonstrated extensive experience in cybersecurity architecture, risk management, and the design of secure networks and systems is crucial. Technical

    + Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, IT infrastructure, and network architecture is required.

    + Proven expertise in conducting risk assessments and developing strategic mitigation plans to address identified vulnerabilities.

    + Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities to clearly articulate cybersecurity policies, strategies, and risks to stakeholders at all levels.

    + Creative and critical thinking is necessary to address complex cyber security challenges effectively

    + Familiarity with relevant cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including the CIISec Skills Framework and guidelines provided by the NCSC, is essential

    Preferred:

    + [5+] years of experience in cybersecurity, previous experience in a securityengineering role highly desired

    + Holding professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or certifications recognized by the NCSC is highly regarded.

    + Holding advanced certifications such as CISSP-ISSAP or SANS GIAC Security Architect (GDSA) are advantageous

     

    Employees can expect to be paid a salary of between $126300.00 - $189400.00

     

    Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.. This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other

     

    relevant factors.

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    YOUR APPLICATION

    Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.

     

    To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

     

    Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

     

    Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

     

    Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.

     

    **Location:** United States : Missouri : Creve Coeur || United States : Missouri : Chesterfield || United States : Missouri : Residence Based

    **Division:** Enabling Functions

    **Reference Code:** 844945

    Contact Us

    **Email:** [email protected]