Vice President, Security Architecture

Company: Fidelity Investments
Location: Stoneham
Posted on: January 27, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description: At Fidelity Brokerage, we are seeking an accomplished Cybersecurity Solutions Architect to support the Architecture Governance team in defining secure, end-to-end technology strategy for the retail brokerage customer experience. In this role, you will lead efforts to continuously improve the cybersecurity posture and practices within the Brokerage technology Architecture and Engineering organizations in collaboration with Enterprise cybersecurity efforts. The Expertise You Have An ideal candidate will have a solid cybersecurity background and proven experience building secure, scalable systems within FinTech. The ideal candidate will also have an effective combination of interpersonal and technical skills enabling them to work effectively within large organizations, building relationships and collaborating with architecture, product owners, engineering, QA, and customers to bring new experiences and capabilities to market. The Skills You Bring Deep understanding of application security frameworks, disciplines and practices, experience with secure application development and application security risk mitigation techniques Deep technical understanding of and experience with security technologies including, but not limited to, Identity and Access Management, cryptography, key management, OIDC, OAuth, SAML, Azure AD, OPA Experience architecting and implementing solutions for identity management including single sign-on and federated identity management, authorization and identity provisioning Depth of knowledge in architecture and an ability to translate business objectives into technology solutions. Experience in a wide array of architecture patterns including architecting highly performant systems, event-driven architectures, APIs, data architecture and security architectures Deep experience in architecting, designing & building highly scalable, low-latency applications Demonstrated desire and skill to turn concept and theory into pragmatic implementations by performing end-to-end hands-on proofs of concept, providing concrete solutions and clear migration plans to enable adoption. Demonstrated ability in defining new and/or evolving existing strategies, aligning with enterprise direction, collaborating with, and influencing technology partners to adopt and implement accordingly Experience addressing unique security considerations of cloud computing, especially that of AWS Experience leading Security architecture teams and working with security vendors Experience guiding and coaching engineering teams regarding security best practices and following through with oversight on implementation. Good interpersonal and communication skills Passion and curiosity to work with others to foster ideas and produce creative solutions to intricate problems while making smart choices balancing design and delivery Experience of developing applications with Java, SpringBoot, Node, and experience working with API’s (both API Development & API Consumption) Experience in designing, developing, and deploying applications on AWS. Practical knowledge of a broad range of AWS services, including compute, containers, databases, analytics, and security Well-grounded knowledge of engineering and continuous delivery practices Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field Relevant certifications – CISSP, CCSP, ITIL, or equivalent Solid understanding of cryptography controls and enterprise PKI operations The base salary range for this position is $126,000-255,000 USD per year. Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors. Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation. We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted. Please be advised that Fidelity’s business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories. Most roles at Fidelity are Hybrid, requiring associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to Remote or fully Onsite roles. Certifications: Category: Information Technology

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