Senior Architect

Bank of America

. Define architectural vision and solution designs supporting strategic business outcomes .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeCharlotte • New Jersey • United StatesSenior💰 $140,500 - $205,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in designing and implementing secure, scalable architectures across cloud environments, with a strong focus on Zero Trust principles and enterprise-scale network security. Proven ability to lead complex technology initiatives and mentor technical teams while aligning architecture strategies with business objectives.

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Network Security ArchitectureCloud-Native Security ArchitecturesZero Trust ImplementationEnterprise-Scale Architecture DesignMentoring Technical Professionals

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Hard Skills

Network EngineeringInfrastructure ArchitectureArchitecture DesignSecurity ArchitectureContainer NetworkingService Mesh SecuritySoftware-Defined NetworkingInfrastructure AutomationAPI Ecosystem SupportArchitecture Roadmap Development

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationMentoringFacilitation

Tools & Technologies

AzureAWSGCPCloud Security ToolsArchitecture Frameworks

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCCIECCDEAWS Certified Security - SpecialtyMicrosoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer AssociateMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect ExpertTOGAFSABSAGIAC Security Certification

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesRegulated IndustryArchitecture Transformation ProgramsDigital ChannelsEmerging Technologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityGoogle Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define architectural vision and solution designs supporting strategic business outcomes
Create and maintain architecture strategies and roadmaps for perimeter security, internet-facing workloads, partner and third-party connectivity, API exposure, remote access, DMZ modernization, and cloud ingress and egress
Create and govern target-state architectures, reference architectures, reusable design patterns, technology standards, and non-functional requirements
Lead secure, resilient, scalable, and observable architectures for internet, partner, third-party, cloud, and hybrid connectivity
Advance Zero Trust capabilities, including least privilege, continuous verification, identity-aware access, segmentation, micro-segmentation, and secure service-to-service communication
Work across business, operations, and technology to define solution intent and prioritize functional and non-functional requirements
Contribute to architecture roadmaps across Business, Application, Data, and Technology domains
Clarify architecture and assist with system design and implementation
Facilitate solution discussions, lead complex architecture design, and develop proof of concepts
Educate team members on technology practices, standardization strategies, and best practices
Support technology-stack and product selection
Perform design and code reviews for security, performance, maintainability, scalability, usability, and reliability
Evaluate solution designs, document architectural decisions and trade-offs, identify risks, and recommend mitigations
Provide technical leadership across complex, cross-functional initiatives without direct people-management responsibility
Mentor architects and engineers and promote consistent architecture practices
Partner with product managers and stakeholders to translate business and security objectives into architecture outcomes and roadmaps
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption, standardization, modernization, or retirement
Communicate architecture decisions to technical teams, executives, risk partners, and stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of progressive experience in network engineering, network security, infrastructure architecture, or a related field
10+ years of experience designing enterprise-scale network and security architectures
Demonstrated experience serving as a senior or lead architect for complex, cross-functional technology initiatives
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience (desired)
Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline (desired)
Experience in financial services or another highly regulated industry
Experience serving as a lead architect for large-scale architecture transformation programs
Expertise with cloud-native security architectures across Azure, AWS, and/or GCP
Experience with container networking, service mesh security, software-defined networking, and infrastructure automation
Experience supporting large-scale internet, partner, third-party, and API ecosystems
Experience with security architecture for digital channels, cloud-native platforms, and emerging technologies
Demonstrated success mentoring senior technical professionals and building alignment across architecture and engineering teams
Demonstrated interest and potential to grow into future people-leadership responsibilities
Preferred certifications: CISSP; CCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure or Security); CCDE; AWS Certified Security - Specialty; Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate; Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert; TOGAF; SABSA; GIAC security certification
Ability to work 1st shift in the United States of America
40 hours per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary incentive plan eligibility
Benefits eligibility
Paid time off
Resources and support for employees
In-office culture with role-specific flexibility
Opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact
Mentoring and future leadership development opportunities