Security Domain Architect - Expert

Independence Pet GroupChicago, Illinois

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

Hybrid remote

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

Established in 2021,Independence Pet Holdingsis a corporate holding company that manages a diverse and broad portfolio of modern pet health brands and services, including insurance, pet education, lost recovery services, and more throughout North America.

We believe pet insurance is more than a financial product and build solutions to simplify the pet parenting journey and help improve the well-being of pets. As a leading authority in the pet category, we operate with a full stack of resources, capital, and services to support pet parents. Our multi-brand and omni-channel approach include our own insurance carrier, insurance brands and partner brands.

Architecture for:IAM; Endpoint Protection / EDR / XDR; Endpoint Management; SIEM & MDR; DLP & Data Governance; Email Archiving; Email Security; Patch Management

ITSM / Asset Management;Security Awareness;Web & Network Security;Cloud Security;AppSec / DevSecOps;Incident Response;Backup / DR;Password Management;Governance / GRC;SAST / DAST;Third-Party Risk Management;OFAC Screening;;

Principal Architect – Security Architecture
This hands-on leader- Security Architect will lead enterprise-wide security architecture, standards, and governance across all insurance and non-insurance brands. The role is pivotal in safeguarding IPH’s assets and driving digital transformation, ensuring compliance, resilience, and trust as we scale to become the world’s largest pet insurance and pet health provider.
Reporting Structure
Reports to: Chief Architect (Head of Architecture)
Partners with: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Other key partners: Platform Engineering, SecOps, Data/AI, Infra & Ops, Legal & Compliance
Location: Remote/Hybrid – Chicago preferred- 2 days a week in office.
Role Overview
In close collaboration with the CISO team, this role defines and governs enterprise security architecture for IPH, embedding security into all platforms, applications, and processes. The Security Architect will enable secure adoption of cloud-native services, AI-driven automation, and zero-trust principles across the enterprise, while ensuring compliance with global regulatory frameworks.
Key Focus Areas
Establishing unified security architecture across multiple zones/domains/lines of business
Driving Zero Trust adoption and identity-centric security
Governing AI/ML security and Responsible AI aligned to NIST AI RMF
Embedding security in DevOps and defining reusable security patterns
Mapping controls to regulatory frameworks (PCI-DSS, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR/CCPA, NAIC, Quebec Law 25)
Secure and Align with IPH Calandra Toolkit and Skylark Security Stack for standards and implementation
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Security Architecture (30%)
- Define and maintain security architecture standards for the enterprise (we are Microsoft technology, Azure-centric, Insurance-focused)
- Architect and govern Zero Trust across landing zones; implement unified Conditional Access and identity governance for Internal and external users.
- Publish reusable security patterns for multi-tenant and cross-brand scenarios
- Oversee security for AKS, API management, and cloud-native infrastructure
- Ensure alignment with Calandra Toolkit and Skylark Security Stack for architecture reviews and compliance
Identity & Access Management (20%)
- Drive CIAM strategy (Ping vs Microsoft Entra External ID) and support governance for unified identity across all brands
- Implement MFA with adaptive logic to reduce friction and cost while mitigating VOIP-based fraud
- Integrate IAM for all internal users.
Compliance & Risk Management (20%)
- Architect and develop a security controls catalog mapped to PCI-DSS, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR/CCPA, NAIC, Quebec Law 25
- Support audits: evidence collection, control mapping, documentation, and posture improvement
- Embed KYC, AML, and ABC checks into Skylark workflows; automate OFAC, UK, and EU watchlist checks
Cloud & Application Security (15%)
- Define secure patterns for APIs, microservices, and integration pipelines
- Implement container security, workload isolation, and encryption standards
- Drive DevSecOps adoption (SAST/DAST/Secrets/IaC) and govern GitHub Advanced Security and Azure DevOps integrations
AI/ML & Responsible AI Governance (10%)
- Architect security for Azure AI/ML platforms (Azure OpenAI, Copilot Studio, Databricks)
- Lead Responsible AI security governance aligned to NIST AI RMF
- Secure agentic workflows and Gen-AI integrations
Strategic Leadership & Incident Response (5%)- Support the CISO with:
- Develop future-state security architecture roadmap aligned with IPH’s digital transformation goals
- Retain Tier-2 SOC capabilities in-house for compliance with NYDFS, PCI DSS, and ISO 27001
- Champion security automation and AI-driven threat detection
Required Platforms & Tools
Cloud Security: Azure Security Center, Sentinel
IAM/CIAM: Azure AD, Ping Identity
Compliance: SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR/CCPA, NAIC, Quebec Law 25
DevSecOps: GitHub Advanced Security, Azure DevOps
Threat Protection: SIEM (Sentinel), EDR, DLP solutions
AI Security: Azure OpenAI, Databricks, Responsible AI frameworks
Enterprise Standards: Calandra Toolkit (Azure) , Skylark Security Stack (Microsoft)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with 10+ years as a security Architect.
Strong knowledge of cloud-native security patterns and compliance frameworks
Familiarity with securing AI/ML and agentic workflows
Key Success Metrics
Metric
Target
Zero-Trust Adoption
Full implementation across the enterprise
Compliance
SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA maintained
Identity Security
Unified identity across all brands
Threat Detection
AI-driven automation for 90% of alerts
Security Maturity
Continuous improvement toward top tier
CIAM
Strategy and full rollout across the enterprise
Insurance industry experience is a plus

All of our jobs come with great benefits including healthcare, parental leave and opportunities for career advancements. Some offerings are dependent upon the location of where you work and can include the following:

Comprehensive full medical, dental and vision Insurance
Basic Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
Company paid short-term and long-term disability
12 weeks of 100% paid Parental Leave
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Retirement savings plan
Personal Paid Time Off
Paid holidays and company-wide Wellness Day off
Paid time off to volunteer at nonprofit organizations
Pet friendly office environment
Commuter Benefits
Group Pet Insurance
On the job training and skills development
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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Independence Pet Group is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What benefits are offered by Independence Pet Group for this role?

Independence Pet Group offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Parental and Family Leave, Paid Community Service Time, Career Development, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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