Security Architect

  • Hertz
  • Atlanta, Georgia
  • Full Time

The Security Architect is a key member of the Hertz Global Information Security & Compliance organization. Lead role for maintaining a cyber security architecture program, standards, and security technology effectiveness. Consults on security for all Hertz technology projects, identifies risks, and contributes to the architecture of each project.

What Youll Do:

  • Develops and maintains a security architecture process that enables the enterprise to develop and implement security solutions and capabilities that are clearly aligned with cloud, business, technology, and threat drivers.
  • Develops security strategy plans and roadmaps based on sound enterprise architecture practices.
  • Creates and maintains security architecture artifacts (i.e., threat models, templates, standards, and procedures) that can be used to leverage security capabilities in projects and operations.
  • Determines baseline security configuration standards for operating systems (i.e., CSPM, OS hardening) network segmentation.
  • Develop strategy for monitoring and managing Hertz external attack surface.
  • Develops standards and practices for data encryption and tokenization within Hertz, based on data classification criteria.
  • Drafts security procedures and standards to be reviewed by executive management and/or formally authorized by the Chief Information Security Officer.
  • Establishes a taxonomy of indicators of compromise (IOCs) and shares this detail across the Hertz Cyber Security and Compliance organization, as well as counterparts within the Technology organization.
  • Tracks developments and changes in the Hertz digital business and threat environments to ensure they are adequately addressed in security strategy plans and architecture artifacts.
  • Validates IT infrastructure and other reference architectures for security best practices and recommends changes to enhance security and reduce risks, where applicable.
  • Validates security configurations and access to security infrastructure tools, including firewalls, IPS, WAF, and endpoint protection systems.
  • Conducts and participates in threat modeling of services and applications that tie to the risk and data associated with the service or application.
  • Coordinates with legal and compliance teams to document data flows of sensitive information within Hertz and recommends controls to ensure that this data is adequately secured.
  • Reviews security technologies, tools, and services, and makes recommendations to the broader security team for their use, based on security, financial, and operational metrics.
  • Liaises with other security architects and security practitioners to share best practices and insights.
  • Partners with internal audit to review and evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of security-related controls.
  • Drive optimal cyber security services to complete resolution according to security SLAs.
  • Handle all private information with discretion and keep sensitive information private.
  • Partners with the enterprise architecture team to ensure all architectural artifacts are aligned with Hertz enterprise architecture strategies.
  • Excellent teamwork competencies, seeks out opportunities to partner with all stakeholders.
  • Mentors' junior security staff.

What Were Looking For:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, MIS, or related field or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of Information Security experience required, preferably in a global Fortune 500 corporation.
  • Applied knowledge of multiple security architectures to include cloud security.
  • Experience with the Network Security architecture methodologies.
  • Experience with STRIDE threat assessment methodologies.
  • Experience with a wide range of enterprise common security platforms, endpoint security, vulnerability management, etc.
  • Experience with network analysis tools.
  • Experience with edge security tools such as Imperva, Zscaler, and AWS WAF
  • Experience with securing cloud technology such as AWS
  • Experience using security tools such as Wiz.io
  • Experience automating processes using cloud tools such as AWS Lambda
  • Experience scripting in python, PowerShell, etc.
  • Deep expertise in security architecture.
  • Capable of working under pressure in a continually changing fast paced environment.
  • Ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders across a global environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Certifications desired: AWS Solutions Architect, AWS Security Specialty, Certified Information Systems Security Professional, (CISSP) Certified Ethical Hacker, (CEH) GIAC Security Essentials Certifications, GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst, Global Information Assurance Certification.
  • Ability to influence
  • Flexible and adaptable; ability to work effectively in ambiguous situations

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Results driven, ability to make decisions and help solve problems
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision with a goal-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to see the big picture and leverage critical thinking and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent organization, time management, delegation, and prioritization skills.

What Youll Get:

  • Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
  • Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
  • Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
  • Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
  • Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
  • Perks & Discounts Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more
Job ID: 523392246
Originally Posted on: 6/2/2026

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