KTD/SECURITY ARCHITECTURE MANAGER

Lead a team of Security Architects with the goal of providing security architecture services to the Kroger enterprise. Provide thought leadership and mentorship to teammates around the design of secure solutions. The team should partner with production teams ensure strong security posture, compliance with regulations, and safeguard of Kroger data. This leader will partner with other leaders and teams throughout Kroger to create positive outcomes. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!Minimum Bachelor's Degree computer science, information systems, or related technical field A level of understanding for most of the following: IAM, Single Sign On, Multi-Factor Authentication, Least Privilege, Firewalls, Directory Servers, OAuth, SAML Federation, Compliance, PCI, HIPAA, SOX, Privacy (PI) Encryption knowledge of network and web related protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, BGP and other routing protocols), ZTA, ZTNA A level of understanding for most of the following: Factor Authentication, Least Privilege, Firewalls, Directory Servers, OAuth, SAML Federation, Compliance, PCI, HIPAA, SOX, Privacy (PI), NIST, Azure Cloud (other cloud solutions) Desired - Master's Degree computer science, information systems, or related technical field- Lead and mentor a team of Security Architects Empower the team by removing barriers to deliver successful outcomes Provide performance feedback and input into development plans for teammates Participate in process improvements to deliver outstanding customer experiences Assist in the evaluation, selection, and implementation of new technologies to ensure adherence to architecture guidelines Evaluate vendor technical & support capabilities Present practical input for strategic security decisions. Synthesize complex problems and present simple, practical, reliable, and maintainable solutions Review and approve application, solution, and product security architectures Draft Security policies, standards, and procedures for the enterprise in alignment with compliance and risk Work with internal teams and external providers to review and evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of security controls Review security technologies tools and services and make recommendations to the team Lead enterprise security architecture initiatives Establish performance standards and procedures, regulatory compliance and conduct ongoing performance audits and act with intent Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation