Job Description for Lead Information Security Architect at Deel - Anywhere (EMEA)
Who we are is what we do.
Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.
Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 6,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.
Why should you be part of our success story?
As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.
Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.
Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $12 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.
Responsibilities:
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of security architects and analysts, ensuring efficient collaboration and professional development.
Design and implement robust security architectures that align with industry standards and business needs.
Develop security strategies, policies, and frameworks to protect enterprise assets, systems, and data.
Assess and mitigate security risks across IT infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments.
Work closely with IT, engineering, and business teams to ensure security is embedded into all phases of the system development lifecycle.
Evaluate and recommend security tools, technologies, and solutions to enhance the organization’s security posture.
Conduct security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management programs.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and other relevant security frameworks.
Respond to security incidents, lead investigations, and provide mitigation strategies.
Provide technical leadership in security design, threat modeling, and architecture reviews.
Stay current with emerging threats, industry trends, and best practices to continuously improve security measures.
Job Requirements:
Proven managerial experience, with a track record of successfully leading security teams.
8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, including security architecture and risk management.
Strong understanding of security principles, frameworks, and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, and OWASP.
Hands-on experience with security technologies, including SSE, intrusion detection systems, endpoint security, DLP, access controls, and SSPM.
Expertise in identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and network security protocols.
Nice to have: Industry-recognized certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or TOGAF are highly desirable.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Excellent English.
Total Rewards
Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.
Some things you’ll enjoy
Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access
At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visitingour careers page.
Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.
Deel will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.
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