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Lead enterprise data security as VP, architect in Boston, shaping discovery, classification, and compliance across cloud and AI.
Drive global security strategy, embed Varonis, BigID, Microsoft Purview, and regulatory frameworks like GDPR, CCPA, PCI-DSS.
VP, Data Security Architect
We are in need of a Data Security Architect reporting directly to the Data & AI Security Engineering leads. You will be responsible for leading the design and implementation of enterprise data security capabilities focused on data-at-rest discovery, classification, risk reduction, and governance across on-premises, cloud, SaaS, and AI platforms.
The team you will be joining is a part of the Data & AI organization , a function that is vital to the company as it enables the secure adoption of data and AI technologies by providing visibility into sensitive data, reducing data exposure risk, supporting regulatory compliance, and ensuring data remains protected throughout its lifecycle.
As a Data Security Architect , you will:
- Lead enterprise-wide data-at-rest discovery, classification, and risk assessment initiatives across cloud, SaaS, structured, and unstructured data repositories.
- Design and implement data security architectures leveraging platforms such as Varonis, BigID, Microsoft Purview , and similar DSPM (Data Security Posture Management) technologies.
- Define onboarding, scanning, classification, and monitoring strategies to improve visibility into sensitive data locations, ownership, and exposure risks.
- Partner with Data & AI, Cloud, Infrastructure, Application, Privacy, and Risk teams to develop remediation plans and reduce sensitive data exposure.
- Establish data security standards, governance frameworks, and strategic roadmaps supporting enterprise data protection, AI adoption, and regulatory compliance.
- Provide architecture leadership for data discovery, data classification, DSPM, AI data security, and data governance initiatives.
Deep expertise in data discovery, classification, DSPM, data governance, and data protection technologies.
Hands-on experience with Varonis, BigID, Microsoft Purview , or similar enterprise data security platforms.
Strong understanding of cloud data security across AWS, Azure, SaaS platforms, and modern data lake environments.
Experience leading large-scale data security transformations in complex global enterprise environments.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and strategic planning skills with the ability to influence both technical and executive audiences.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in Information Security, Data Security, Cybersecurity Architecture, or related disciplines.
3+ years of experience designing and implementing enterprise data discovery, classification, or DSPM programs.
Demonstrated expertise with Varonis, BigID, Microsoft Purview , or similar Data Security Posture Management and governance platforms.
Experience securing structured and unstructured data across cloud, SaaS, data warehouse, data lake, and AI/ML environments.
Preferred certifications include CISSP, CCSP, CDPSE, CISM, Microsoft Security Certifications, AWS Security Specialty, or equivalent.
Experience supporting AI and data modernization initiatives with a strong focus on data protection and governance.
Familiarity with privacy and regulatory requirements including GDPR, CCPA, SOX, PCI-DSS, and other data protection frameworks.
Experience defining security architectures for data lakes, analytics platforms, generative AI solutions, and enterprise data ecosystems.
Ability to lead cross-functional programs and drive adoption of enterprise data security capabilities globally.
Salary Range:
$120,000 - $202,500 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
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