Principal Security Architect Job at Caterpillar, Chicago, IL

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  • Caterpillar
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don'tjust talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Role Definition Join the Security team of Cat Digital and build software solutions that drive automation and security into the application development lifecycle. You will have deep integration with applications as they move from an idea into a solution, integrating Security and DevOps practices and enabling delivery for Caterpillar Digital Applications. Be a part of the team that is using innovative solutions and methods to securely enable, build, and deploy modern applications and software. Responsibilities: As a Principal Security Architect you will be responsible for understanding and contributing to Security by Design practices, secure application software development lifecycle practices, security testing and assessment, and the integration of Security with DevOps. This role is responsible for continually improving security engineering of the cloud (AWS, Azure) environments and vulnerability management of both Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and application development (SAST/DAST). Architects will spend their time helping development teams identify and discuss security risks while embracing concepts of agile delivery and DevOps. Acts as technical leader serving development and support groups; provides programming and application/technical leadership, guidance, and assistance to other team members. Review and assessment of architectural artifacts (e.g. architecture diagrams) for compliance tosecuritypolicy and identification of risks and potential areas of improvement Liaison between Caterpillar Cybersecurityorganization and the rest of Caterpillar to communicate, embed, and demonstrate continuous improvement in security posture. Technical point of contact for application teams related to Application Security leadership. Understand and communicate business risk with security risk. Understand and identify the existing processes and security gaps. Guide to improve and streamline the development process to secure the application in every stage of software development. Maintain current knowledge on existing security procedures, directives and technology controls including application testing, threat modeling, attack and penetration testing, data classification and data handling Participate in industry working groups and provide insights to product development teams on leading architecture, design, and security practices What you will have: Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems. Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Application Design, Architecture: Knowledge of basic activities and deliverables of application design; ability to utilize application design methodologies, tools and techniques to convert business requirements and logical models into a technical application design. Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project. Consideration for top candidates: Leading large more complex application security initiatives across multiple teams. Demonstrated experience leading software engineering projects. Application security expertise understanding vulnerabilities and remediation solutions (OWASP, CWE/CVE, SANS 25) Experience with a wide variety of information security processes and principles, such as: Enterprise security architecture Threat modeling Vulnerability assessment Risk analysis Defense in depth SDLC and product development processes Identity and access management API security

SCA/SAST/DAST

Cloud securityexperience with MS Azure and/or AWS Professional certification (CISSP, CCSP, GWAPT, GWEB, AWS SA / Certified Security, etc.) Development experience (Java, Python, .Net, JS, or equivalent) Implementation of automation and scripting What you Will Get: Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. We’ve created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Learn more on our Built In Chicago page at Additional Details: This position has the option to be based out of either our Chicago, IL, Peoria, IL, or Irving, TX (Dallas) offices.
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Summary Pay Range: $156,000.00 - $253,560.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location,job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits: Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits. Medical, dental, and vision benefits* Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)* 401(k) savings plans* Health Savings Account (HSA)* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* Health Lifestyle Programs* Employee Assistance Program* Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts* Career Development* Incentive bonus* Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Adoption benefits Tuition Reimbursement * These benefits also apply to part-time employees Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants. Posting Dates: June 26, 2025 - July 9, 2025 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community . #J-18808-Ljbffr Caterpillar

Job Tags

Holiday work, Part time, Visa sponsorship, Flexible hours,

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