Director, Security Architecture & Engineering

The Director of Security Architecture & Engineering at Justworks is responsible for leading and growing the security engineering team, designing strategic roadmaps for security capabilities, managing the deployment of security controls, and embedding security practices into the development lifecycle. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve our overall security posture.

To be considered for the Director of Security Architecture & Engineering role at Justworks, candidates should have demonstrated expertise in security strategy and architecture, at least 10 years of experience in cyber security, and a solid understanding of cloud environments, particularly AWS. Security certifications such as CISSP or CISM are preferred.

At Justworks, the Director of Security Architecture & Engineering will champion security-as-quality by partnering with product, infrastructure, and IT teams. This collaboration ensures that secure practices are standardized and integrated within Justworks' product development lifecycle, enhancing customer trust and operational efficiency.

Key skills for the Director of Security Architecture & Engineering at Justworks include strong leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of security architecture and system design. Experience with threat modeling, secure coding practices, and managing identity and access also play a critical role in this position.

Justworks fosters a welcoming and casual work environment where teamwork, openness, and integrity are valued. As a Director of Security Architecture & Engineering, you'll be part of a community that emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and a commitment to shared values, making it an exciting place to grow your career.

When preparing your answer, focus on specific examples of security architectures you’ve designed or implemented, highlighting your strategic thinking and technical skills. Discuss how these architectures addressed real-world challenges and contributed to the security posture of the organization.

Explain your approach to embedding security within the development process. Share examples of methodologies such as DevSecOps that you've implemented, illustrating how those practices enhance security without compromising efficiency.

Discuss your experience with implementing robust IAM strategies, including zero trust principles and least privilege access. Highlight the importance of balancing security with user accessibility, providing examples from previous roles.

Share the resources you follow, such as industry blogs, webinars, and professional networks. Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning and how you apply new insights to improve security practices.

Provide details on cloud security best practices you've implemented in the past, especially within AWS environments. Discuss how you’ve led initiatives to enhance cloud security while supporting development teams.

Prepare a detailed account of a security incident you managed, covering your response strategy, the lessons learned, and how you implemented changes to prevent future incidents. Focus on your problem-solving abilities and leadership during crisis situations.

Talk about your experience with security tools and platforms, explaining why you favor specific solutions. Discuss how these tools have helped enhance security capabilities and improved efficiency within teams.

Focus on your leadership style and how you mentor and develop your team. Illustrate with examples how you've fostered a collaborative environment, encouraged knowledge sharing, and promoted professional growth among your peers.

Share a specific scenario where you successfully gained buy-in for a security project. Discuss the strategies you employed, the challenges faced, and how you communicated the importance of security to stakeholders.

Outline current trends or challenges in cybersecurity, discussing your perspective on how these issues impact businesses. Share your thoughts on potential solutions and what you believe will be crucial for organizations moving forward.