Information Security Architect - job 1 of 8

Who we are is what we do.

Deel and our family of growing companies are made up of global teams dedicated to helping businesses hire anyone, anywhere, easily. 

The team comprises over three thousand self-driven individuals spanning over 100 countries, and our unified yet diverse culture keeps us continually learning and innovating the platform and products for customers.

Companies should be able to hire the best talent anywhere in the world, so we are building the best platform to make that a reality. Our market-leading technology, expertise, and global team are crucial to the platform’s success. We deliver the best products and features in our space, enabling millions of jobs worldwide and connecting the global workforce with the best companies and opportunities.

Why should you be part of our success story?

A 30-mile hiring radius should no longer dictate how companies hire because exceptional talent lives everywhere. Deel sees a world without hiring borders and endless talent that pairs perfect candidates with great companies.

We offer global teams all the tools they need to hire, onboard, manage, pay, and scale at full speed. We aim to foster a diverse global economy by building a generational platform that seamlessly connects companies with talent worldwide.

After our successful Series D in 2021, we raised another $50M in 2023, doubling our valuation to $12B. There’s never been a more exciting time to join Deel — the international payroll and compliance market leader.

Job Description:

The Information Security Architect will design and contribute to the efforts to secure Deel’s information and cyber security domain by developing and monitoring Deel’s security posture, conducting risk assessments,  and enforcing security standards for IT systems and SaaS resources, and leading incident response activities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures. 

• Lead global projects to strategize and implement security technologies and processes

• Collaborate with IT security team to configure and maintain security platforms

• Ensure effectiveness and security value of the cyber security technology stack

• Act as an escalation point for complex security-related requests raised by the business and provide guidance in accordance with Deel’s policies and procedures

• Continually monitor the security systems and prioritize the remediation of our systems.

• Provide support for Pre-Sales activities and potential customers' security questionnaires.

• Assist with reviewing architecture and design for new and current deployments, features, and operational requirements.

• Oversee periodical access reviews.

• Identify and facilitate remediation of IT and SaaS security exposures and vulnerabilities.

• Develop and monitor for security requirements in the procurement process.

• Develop and enforce security awareness programs.

• Conduct TPRM activities.

• Conduct digital forensics and lead incident response activities.

Job Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in cyber security.

• Experience with security tools like EDR, CSPM, DLP, SIEM, ZTNA, User life cycle management, MDM, MFA, SSPM, and others.

• Experience with defining and enforcing security requirements for processes and systems.

• Deep understanding of cyber security frameworks and best practices, such as MITRE, NIST, CIS, and others.

• Experience with heading security projects company-wide while collaborating with multiple stakeholders.

• Stay up to date with the latest security technologies, and attack techniques.

• Experience with conducting security assessments, and configuration reviews.

• Be proficient with Cloud technologies.

• Excellent English in both verbal and written.

Advantages

• CISSP, CISM, CCSP, and OSCP certifications.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Provided computer equipment tailored to your role

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location

• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country

• The flexibility of remote work, including WeWork access where available

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At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of  race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page.

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.

Deel will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at recruiting@deel.com of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.