Director of Security Architecture & Risk Strategy

A SEC-registered investment management firm is seeking a Director of Security Architecture & Risk Strategy to shape how security is embedded across the organisation’s technology environment.

Operating in a regulated environment where investor confidence and regulatory scrutiny intersect, this role works closely with senior technology leadership to ensure the firm’s security posture supports both operational growth and regulatory accountability.

The Role

The position focuses on defining and guiding the security architecture of the firm’s technology platform, while translating risk and regulatory expectations into practical architectural and engineering decisions. This is a leadership role for someone comfortable operating at the intersection of technology architecture, cyber risk, and governance.

You will:

• Define and lead the firm’s enterprise security architecture strategy
• Translate SEC cyber risk expectations and regulatory guidance into practical security architecture and controls
• Partner closely with senior technology leadership to ensure infrastructure and application development align with the firm’s risk posture
• Establish architecture standards across key domains including:
  • Cloud platforms
  • Identity and access management
  • Data protection
  • Third-party technology risk
• Provide guidance to engineering and infrastructure teams on secure design and development practices
• Support leadership in understanding cyber risk exposure and mitigation strategies
• Contribute to strengthening the organisation’s operational resilience and technology governance

The role requires someone comfortable operating across security architecture, technology leadership, and risk governance.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Experience designing security architecture within regulated financial services environments.
• Familiarity with SEC cyber risk and operational resilience expectations.
• Strong knowledge of modern technology platforms including cloud environments (AWS / Azure).
• Ability to translate complex security issues into clear technology and business implications.
• Experience working closely with senior technology leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Background within investment management, asset management, hedge funds, or broader financial services.

Compensation & Benefits 

• Annual Bonus: 20–35% performance-based
• Long-Term Incentive: discretionary equity or deferred bonus where applicable
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Annual performance bonus
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and training support
• Life and disability insurance
• Access to wellness and employee assistance programs