Senior Software Security Architect (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Senior Software Security Architect (Cybersecurity): Designing and implementing secure software architectures for high-security cash cycle systems with an accent on Security by Design and secure software integration. Focus on threat modeling, risk assessments, and overseeing SSDLC practices across global customer projects.

Location: Not explicitly stated (requires 25% international travel)

Company

hirify.global is an international technology group specializing in integrated security technologies for digital and physical currencies.

What you will do

• Ensure internal and external software components follow Security by Design principles from architecture to go-live.
• Derive security requirements from contracts and standards to create clear project guidelines.
• Perform threat and risk assessments for applications and integrations to define mitigation measures.
• Review software, interface, and integration designs from a security perspective.
• Oversee SSDLC practices for third-party developments and coach internal teams on best practices.
• Coordinate vulnerability management, patch strategies, and validate security testing.

Requirements

• University degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
• Several years of experience designing secure software architectures, ideally in critical infrastructure or manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with frameworks such as OWASP SAMM, NIST SSDF, and IEC 62443-4-1.
• Strong background in threat modeling, risk assessments, and common vulnerability classes (OWASP Top 10, CWE).
• Experience with secure SDLC/SSDLC processes and CI/CD pipelines.
• English: C1 level required (written and spoken).
• High willingness to travel approximately 25% internationally.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in French.
• Knowledge of German.