Security Architect

TL;DR

Security Architect: Shaping secure-by-design architectures across digital products, cloud platforms, data solutions, and connected hardware with an accent on European regulatory alignment (Cyber Resilience Act, Data Act). Focus on guiding architecture decisions, managing security-related dependencies, and ensuring compliant and resilient solutions.

Location: Hybrid role, based out of Apeldoorn, the Netherlands. Required to work on-site for a minimum of one day per week, preferably two.

Company

hirify.global is a company leading the energy transition through smart indoor climate solutions, serving customers in over 100 countries.

What you will do

• Define and implement security architecture standards aligned with business and regulatory requirements, including the RED Delegated Act and the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).
• Collaborate with development teams and other stakeholders to ensure secure design choices and integrate security by design into solution development.
• Actively participate in the architecture community to bring security top-of-mind across embedded software, cloud platform, and hardware development.
• Maintain awareness of emerging threats and evolving attack vectors.
• Work closely with the Group Information Security Officer to align security strategies, governance, and conduct risk assessments and threat modelling.
• Foster cross-domain collaboration and engage with international teams to ensure consistent security practices.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Information Security, as a Security Architect, Senior Security Engineer, or in a similar role with a focus on product, app, and cloud security.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, OWASP) and European regulatory requirements such as the RED Delegated Act and the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).
• Expertise in threat modelling, secure coding, security architecture, and risk management.
• Familiarity with cryptography and secure software practices (e.g., secure boot, OTA, SBOM, mobile apps & cloud security).
• Solid communication skills in English and ability to work effectively in international, cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

Nice to have

• Experience with embedded systems and/or electronics.
• Experience with cloud services and wireless standards (e.g. BLE, 4G/5G, Wi-Fi, ZigBee/Matter).

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent contract with solid monetary compensation and a strong pension package.
• Benefit from a healthy work-life balance with 40 holiday days per year.
• Take advantage of flexible home-working policies and a home-office budget.
• Enjoy discounts on company products and insurances.
• Join a company leading the global energy transition, shaping the future of sustainable heating and hot water systems.
• Work in a purpose-driven environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and collaboration, valuing diversity and inclusivity.