Security Architect
About the Role
At Nokia Information Security is the central nerve center for cyber security strategy, architecture, and incident management operating at the intersection of cutting-edge 5G/6G innovation and enterprise-wide risk resilience. Are you a visionary security leader who thrives on driving thought leadership and orchestrating multiple high-stakes security initiatives simultaneously
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Responsibilities
- Nokia's enterprise by defining forward-looking security architecture strategies, influencing the company's security roadmap, and establishing security best practices that set the standard across Business Segments, Finance & IT (FIT), and Central Functions.
- Including IT & Business Digitalization initiatives, Nokia Solution Offering assessments (USIT programs, NESC Initiatives securization, UK TSA Privileged Access Workstation...), and corporate infrastructure security transformations from strategic conception through delivery and validation.
- Architect and validate end-to-end security solutions spanning Zero Trust Network Architecture, IAM, multi-cloud security (Azure, GCP, AWS), network and application segmentation, AI security, data protection, and BC/DR cyber resiliency — ensuring seamless integration across DevOps and Agile delivery pipelines.
- Serve as Nokia's Trusted Security Advisor to senior stakeholders across Business Segments and Central Functions, providing authoritative guidance on security strategy, supplier contract risk, M&A security due diligence, and regulatory interactions with government bodies.
- Proactively identify and remediate security vulnerabilities in existing and emerging digital solutions through rigorous security architecture assessments, penetration testing insights, and cost-efficient hardening recommendations — always staying ahead of evolving attack tactics.
- Champion innovation by defining, budgeting, presenting, and delivering new security solutions into Nokia's corporate infrastructure, bridging strategic vision with technical execution in a cloud-first, transformation-driven environment.
Must-Have:
- Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of enterprise security architecture experience with a demonstrated track record of simultaneously leading multiple complex, cross-functional security programs balancing strategic vision with hands-on technical execution across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Deep, broad security architecture expertise: Mastery of modern security domains including Zero Trust, IAM, multi-cloud security (Azure/GCP/AWS), application and network security, AI security, and Software Security — combined with strong fluency in threat modeling frameworks (MITRE, STRIDE, Kill-Chain) and standards such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and DevSecOps methodologies.
- Executive-level communication and stakeholder influence: Exceptional ability to articulate complex security concepts and architectural decisions to both technical and non-technical audiences — including C-suite, BG leadership, government entities, and remote global teams — with outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Technical depth with an automation mindset: Hands-on experience designing and implementing multi-cloud security environments, supported by solid scripting proficiency (Python, PowerShell, Ansible, Java/C) and a security automation-first approach; relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, OSCP, CEH) are a strong differentiator.
- Strategic agility in ambiguous environments: Demonstrated ability to rapidly translate complex, evolving threat landscapes and organizational ambiguities into clear, structured, and executable security strategies — thriving in fast-paced, transformational settings.
- Proactive security innovation mindset: A natural inclination to anticipate security gaps before they become incidents, with a passion for researching emerging attack techniques, new defensive technologies, and industry-shaping security trends.
- Collaborative influence across virtual teams: A strong team player who leads by example and builds consensus across geographically distributed, cross-functional teams — convincing stakeholders through data-driven insights and trusted advisory relationships.
- Customer and business-centric security focus: Ability to balance rigorous security requirements with business enablement objectives, ensuring security architecture decisions are pragmatic, cost-efficient, and aligned with Nokia's commercial and strategic goals.
Nice-to-Have:
- Strategic agility in ambiguous environments: Demonstrated ability to rapidly translate complex, evolving threat landscapes and organizational ambiguities into clear, structured, and executable security strategies — thriving in fast-paced, transformational settings.
- Proactive security innovation mindset: A natural inclination to anticipate security gaps before they become incidents, with a passion for researching emerging attack techniques, new defensive technologies, and industry-shaping security trends.
- Collaborative influence across virtual teams: A strong team player who leads by example and builds consensus across geographically distributed, cross-functional teams — convincing stakeholders through data-driven insights and trusted advisory relationships.
- Customer and business-centric security focus: Ability to balance rigorous security requirements with business enablement objectives, ensuring security architecture decisions are pragmatic, cost-efficient, and aligned with Nokia's commercial and strategic goals.
About Nokia
Nokia is a Finnish multinational technology company specializing in telecommunications infrastructure, software, and licensing. It provides network equipment and services for mobile, fixed, and cloud networks to communications service providers and enterprises worldwide.
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