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IT Security Architect

On-site in Madrid·Added 6 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

Santalucía

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Madrid
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 5 years in the IT sector and at least 3 in roles related to security and architecture.
  • Experience in the definition and implementation of secure DevSecOps models.
  • Experience in defining standards and security architecture patterns.
  • Participation in audit and regulatory compliance processes in regulated environments, preferably financial, insurance, telco, or public sector.
  • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and technological providers.

Demonstrable experience in:

  • Secure development in SDLC (S-SDLC): knowledge and experience in the implementation of DevSecOps practices in the SDLC, integrating security controls in all phases of software development, including DevOps processes, CI/CD platforms, and application testing.
  • Application and API security: experience in designing secure architectures for applications, digital services, and API ecosystems, applying Security by Design principles, secure coding, and interface protection.
  • Vulnerability and threat management: experience in the design and application of early identification mechanisms, continuous vulnerability management, and technological risk assessment.
  • Identity and access management (IAM / PAM): experience in identity federation, SSO, and MFA, knowledge of protocols (SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, LDAP), use of identity platforms (Azure AD, Okta, Ping Identity, Red Hat IdM), and privileged access management (PAM).
  • Security regulations: knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR, DORA, EBA, and ENS.
  • Data and information protection and cryptography: knowledge in data classification and labeling, encryption in transit and at rest (TLS, AES, KMS, HSM), DLP solutions, as well as secrets and key management (HashiCorp Vault, Azure Key Vault, AWS KMS) and cryptography.
  • Infrastructure, systems, and virtualization: experience in hardening Linux and Windows systems, secure virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM), security in containers and orchestrators (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift), and design of multi-platform architectures (cloud + on-prem).
  • Availability and continuity: of resilient and fault-tolerant architectures, high availability (HA) strategies, and disaster recovery.
  • Logging, monitoring, and response: participation in centralized logging and continuous monitoring design, use of SIEM/SOAR (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar), incident management and coordination with SOC/CSIRT, and security alert configuration.

Nice to have

  • Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP).
  • Certification in DevSecOps.
  • Certification in integration platforms or architectures.
  • Advanced cloud certifications in Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud (e.g., Solutions Architect, Security Specialty).
  • Experience in technological transformation initiatives in large companies will be valued.
  • Experience with enterprise architecture modeling tools, especially ARIS.
  • Enterprise architecture capabilities, enhancing the value of IT to the business.
  • Functional knowledge and experience in the healthcare sector.
  • Insurance reference models, such as ACORD.
  • Architecture frameworks, such as TOGAF.
  • Experience in project management.
  • Knowledge of agile methodologies.
  • Knowledge of corporate management tools, especially SAP products.
  • Knowledge of cloud technology stacks, in SaaS, PaaS models, etc. (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
  • Experience in IT management and governance models.
  • Experience in managing relationships with suppliers.

Education & certifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or equivalent.
  • English proficiency required at a minimum B2 level (C1 desirable).

The role

As a Security Architect, your objective will be to collaborate in the design, implementation, and evolution of corporate security architectures, standards, and patterns, promoting the adoption of Security by Design and Zero Trust principles and ensuring their application in the organization's technological projects, platforms, and services, under the coordination of the Security Architecture Lead.

The main mission of the position will be to ensure the integration of security principles and controls throughout the entire lifecycle of technological solutions, from design to production operation. To this end, you will collaborate with the architecture, development, infrastructure, operations, and global security areas, providing technical criteria, designs, recommendations, and specialized documentation, as well as support in governance, transformation, regulatory compliance, and audit processes.

What you'll do

  • You will execute the activities assigned within the domain, reporting to the Security Architecture Coordinator.
  • You will collaborate in the technical planning of activities with external providers and communicate needs, dependencies, risks, and deviations to the Security Architecture Coordinator.
  • You will develop your activities according to the priorities, criteria, and work plans established by the Security Architecture Coordinator.
  • You will act as a technical interlocutor in assigned matters with Information Security, Infrastructure and Operations, QA, and Development.
  • You will collaborate with the Technological Architecture and Enterprise Architecture subdomains to apply the defined security criteria and decisions.
  • You will participate in technical or operational sessions and forums, ensuring the application of the Corporate Security Reference Architecture.

Technological evolution of the security reference architecture

  • You will contribute to the definition and execution of the Security Architecture evolution roadmap.
  • You will update standards and design patterns and define best practices for application to the software development lifecycle.
  • You will analyze security trends and solutions, performing proofs of concept for solutions that may be adopted in the corporate context.
  • You will collaborate in the editing and reviewing of technical application designs together with project teams, issuing assessments that ensure projects comply with the guidelines defined in the Security Reference Architecture.
  • You will verify that developments, testing, and deployments are carried out within the established security controls.
  • You will participate in project phases that require domain intervention, including definition, design, construction, deployment, and operation.
  • You will analyze and incorporate security requirements from the demand stage and throughout the entire lifecycle of applications and services.
  • You will analyze security incidents, propose mitigation measures, and perform technical follow-up on assigned exceptions and actions.
  • You will provide technical support in internal and external audits, preparing evidence and collaborating in the resolution of assigned findings.
  • You will provide transversal technical support to teams regarding security architecture.
  • You will collect and maintain the information necessary to measure the activity and effectiveness of the implemented security controls, reporting it to the Coordinator.

Skills

  • Technical interlocution and communication capacity, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams by adapting the message based on the knowledge and level of the interlocutor.
  • Rigor in the application of governance processes and traceability.
  • Result orientation, balancing security requirements with project deadlines and constraints.
  • Innovative attitude and constant updating on security and architecture trends.
  • Collaboration with teams and providers: ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and external providers, performing technical follow-up of activities and deliverables.
  • Planning and prioritization: ability to organize assigned work, identify dependencies and risks, and apply the priorities established by the domain.
  • Analytical capacity: ability to collect indicators, monitor security metrics, and synthesize technical results for reporting.
  • Project management: experience in technological initiatives developed with traditional or agile methodologies, managing assigned tasks and deliverables.

About Santalucía

Santalucía is a Spanish insurance group headquartered in Madrid, with a strong presence in the life, health, and funeral insurance sectors. It operates through a network of subsidiaries including Albia (funeral services), Accepta (assistance services), and Iris Global, offering a wide range of insurance and financial products. With over 4,000 employees, the group is one of the leading insurance providers in Spain, serving millions of customers through both direct and agency channels.

In Spain, Santalucía has offices and operations across multiple cities, including Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, and others, with a significant focus on digital transformation and technology roles. The company is actively hiring for IT, data science, actuarial, and business analyst positions, as well as offering internships through its Senda program. For international professionals, Santalucía offers opportunities in a stable, established Spanish company with a strong local market presence, though most roles require Spanish language proficiency.

Industry
Insurance
Founded
1933
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Sevilla and 8 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Santalucía is a large, established Spanish insurance group with over 4,000 employees, offering stability and long-term career prospects.
  • The company has a strong focus on digital transformation, with many open roles in IT, data science, and actuarial fields, which may be suitable for international tech professionals.
  • Most roles are based in Spain and require Spanish language proficiency, so international candidates should have at least a working level of Spanish.
  • Santalucía offers a structured internship program (Senda Becas) in various areas, which can be a good entry point for recent graduates.
  • The company operates in multiple sectors including insurance, funeral services, and assistance, providing diverse career opportunities.

In their own words

About the company & team

  • Demand Management: receiving business requirements, early identification of security needs, and determining the level of domain involvement.
  • Business: support in defining needs and ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate security requirements.
  • Information Security: interlocution to ensure that the security architecture complies with corporate cybersecurity policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Development and QA Departments: application of secure design guides, patterns, and criteria in development and quality testing of technology projects.
  • Infrastructures and Operations: implementation of security components across different environments and operational support for production.
  • Enterprise Architecture and Technology Subdomains: coordination with other architecture domains to ensure overall coherence of the technology and security strategy.
  • Security Solution Providers and Vendors: collaboration in the deployment of services, integration of new technologies, and evaluation of their applicability within the corporate ecosystem.

Additional information

At SANTA LUCIA S.A, SEGUROS we work to guarantee real and effective equal opportunities that allow us to promote professional development and workforce diversity, in line with our commitment to SDG 5 (Gender Equality) of the United Nations 2030 Agenda.

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