Principal, Security Solution Architect

Job Overview :

The Security Architect at LPL Financial will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our systems meet or exceed all necessary requirements to secure and safeguard our clients' day-to-day operations. This role is critical to maintaining the integrity and security of our information systems and will involve close collaboration with various teams across the organization.

The Security Architect will partner closely with Information Security and network engineering, as well as Cloud and Platform engineering, and individual tech teams where needed. The primary responsibilities will include creating standards, patterns, and how-to guides, and working with other teams to automate these processes. This collaborative approach will ensure that security measures are seamlessly integrated into all aspects of our technology infrastructure.

• This role is hybrid, requiring 3 days a week in one of our development hubs : Fort Mill SC (Charlotte NC area), San Diego CA, Austin TX, or New York City metro areas

Responsibilities :

Partnering with relevant stakeholders, create and implement policies, standards, patterns, and how-to guides.

Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to advance LPL's Identity and Access Management (IAM) practice.

Drive the advancement of a zero trust architecture in a hybrid-cloud environment.

Evaluate and recommend solutions, weighing the trade-offs between Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS), Software as a Service (SaaS), and internally-developed solutions.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness , act with integrity , and are driven to help our clients succeed . We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.

Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

10+ years of experience in Information Technology Security.

4+ years as an architect within a large, regulated industry, with a preference for the financial industry.

Expertise in network security, zero-trust networking, vulnerability management, IAM, TLS, and encryption generally.

Deep experience with firewalls, DDoS prevention tooling, and Cisco networking.

Core Competencies :

IAM architecture and integrations.

RBAC

Two-step verification systems / MFA

IAM protocols such as SSO / SAML, OAuth / OIDC, and SCIM.

Preferences :

Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

CISSP, CISM, CEH preferred.

Preference for candidates with experience in the financial industry specifically, and regulated industries more generally.

LI-Hybrid

Pay Range :

151,388-$252,313 / yearActual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!

Company Overview :

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq : LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.

At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.

Join LPL Financial : Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity

At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.