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Solution Architect (Security) - Germany (m/f/d)

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DXC Technology

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior (5-8 years)
  • Frankfurt

AI generated summary

  • You need expertise in security solutions, strong architecture skills, and experience in IT environments. Knowledge of compliance and risk management is essential. English proficiency is required.
  • You will design security solutions, assess client needs, implement strategies, and ensure compliance, while collaborating with various teams to enhance overall cybersecurity posture.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in IT Security, with a strong focus on pre-sales and solution selling, and a proven track record in architecting and proposing cybersecurity solutions to customers
  • Fluent in English and German
  • Ability to define security solution architecture and strategy for high-profile, public-facing, government and Fortune 500 companies’ digital services
  • Extensive knowledge of security services, solutions, and cybersecurity standards and frameworks, with a solid understanding of security risk and compliance domains, including regulatory requirements
  • Preferably holds security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISA, and/or product-specific security certifications, with ITIL and PMP certifications being advantageous
  • Ability to define security solution strategies, enterprise architecture, and roadmaps for large, complex programs, reviewing and understanding applications and systems from a security perspective using best practices and control frameworks like CIS
  • Good knowledge of architectural concepts, methodologies, and approaches, as well as security technologies and solutions, with expertise in IAAS, PAAS, SAAS, and cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, and GCP
  • Strong understanding of various cybersecurity domains, including Risk & Compliance, Infrastructure and Application Security, Cyber Transformation & Operation, and Digital Identity

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough opportunity analysis to identify security offerings that best address customer needs and business requirements, and design end-to-end security solutions that ensure defined business outcomes
  • Interface with key stakeholders, including the Overall Solution Lead (MSLA), Proposal Manager, Bid Manager, and Solution Lead Architects from domains such as Cloud & ITO, Workplace, Network, and Applications, to develop tailored security solutions
  • Leverage experience in directing solution activities to meet client needs, including regulatory and compliance requirements, while optimizing inter-tower dependencies, overlaps, and resource sharing
  • Clearly define and mitigate all risks through the governance process, and provide expert solution advice to drive proposals, presentations, and other customer communications throughout the pursuit process
  • Contribute to security offering teams by recommending changes based on the latest security trends and compliance needs, ensuring solutions are complete and accurately costed
  • Collaborate with Solution Lead Architects, internal and external technical specialists, and third-party vendors to deliver comprehensive security solutions

FAQs

What is the role of the Solution Architect in this position?

The Solution Architect will serve as the main contact for all security offerings in the region, responsible for developing security solutions, conducting competitive costing, and aligning business cases to support client environments. They will collaborate with bid teams and delivery teams to shape tailored proposals and execute custom solutions as needed.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include conducting opportunity analysis to identify security offerings, collaborating with stakeholders to develop tailored security solutions, defining and mitigating risks, contributing to security offering teams, and working with technical specialists and vendors to deliver comprehensive security solutions.

What experience is required for this position?

Candidates should have 7+ years of experience in IT Security, particularly focused on pre-sales and solution selling, with a proven track record in architecting and proposing cybersecurity solutions to customers.

Are there any language requirements for the job?

Yes, fluency in both English and German is required.

What qualifications are preferred for candidates?

Preferred qualifications include holding security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISA, as well as ITIL and PMP certifications. Extensive knowledge of security services, solutions, and compliance frameworks is also required.

What types of companies will the Solution Architect work with?

The Solution Architect will work with high-profile, public-facing, government entities and Fortune 500 companies, focusing on their digital services security architecture and strategy.

What kind of working environment can a candidate expect?

Candidates can expect a flexible working environment with the opportunity to work on demanding and varied customer projects, using cutting-edge technologies and solutions in state-of-the-art enterprise environments.

What opportunities for career advancement are available?

There are opportunities for rapid advancement and challenging activities, allowing employees a high degree of freedom and responsibility in their roles.

What does DXC Technology value in its employees?

DXC Technology values unique contributions of individuals, promotes an inclusive culture, and believes in equality and diversity as a cornerstone of its success.

How should potential candidates apply for the position?

Interested candidates who believe they are a good match for the position are encouraged to apply directly through the company’s career portal or job listing, as DXC emphasizes direct applications.

DXC Technology

Delivering excellence for our customers and colleagues

Technology
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission-critical systems and operations while modernizing IT, optimizing data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private and hybrid clouds. The world's largest companies and public sector organizations trust DXC to deploy services to drive new levels of performance, competitiveness, and customer experience across their IT estates.