Senior Architect

Bank of America

. Define the architectural vision and solution supporting strategic business product and service outcomes .

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in defining architectural vision and solution designs for complex network and security architectures, with a strong focus on Zero Trust principles and resilient infrastructure. Capable of leading cross-functional initiatives and mentoring teams while translating technical concepts into strategic business outcomes.

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Enterprise Network ArchitectureZero Trust ArchitectureCloud Networking and SecurityArchitecture GovernanceStrategic Planning

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Hard Skills

Network EngineeringNetwork SecurityInfrastructure ArchitectureDMZ DesignPerimeter SecurityAPI SecurityObservabilityNon-Functional RequirementsArchitecture RoadmapsDesign Patterns

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingDecision MakingWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

AWSMicrosoft Azure

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Zero TrustHybrid CloudMulti-CloudSecurity ControlsIdentity-Aware AccessMicro-SegmentationResilient Infrastructure

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define the architectural vision and solution supporting strategic business product and service outcomes
Define target operating environments, client resiliency approaches, solution designs, and non-functional requirements
Work across business, operations, and technology to create solution intent and architectural vision for complex solutions
Prioritize functional and non-functional requirements into a technology backlog
Create architecture roadmaps across Business, Application, Data, and Technology domains
Clarify architecture and assist with system design and resolution of architectural impediments
Facilitate solution-driven discussions and lead complex architecture designs
Create and govern target-state architectures, reference architectures, reusable design patterns, technology standards, and non-functional requirements
Define 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
Lead secure, resilient, scalable, and observable solutions 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
Evaluate solution designs, document architectural decisions and trade-offs, identify risks, and recommend mitigation strategies
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
Perform design and code reviews to ensure non-functional requirements are met
Communicate complex 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
Enterprise network and network security architecture expertise
Modern DMZ design, perimeter security services, and external connectivity architectures
Zero Trust Architecture, identity-aware access, segmentation, and micro-segmentation
Cloud networking and security across hybrid and multi-cloud environments
Security controls for internet-facing applications, APIs, and partner or third-party connectivity
Resilient infrastructure design, observability, and non-functional requirements
Architecture governance, technology roadmaps, reference architectures, standards, and design patterns
Strong strategic planning, critical-thinking, decision-making, and written and verbal communication skills
Ability to translate complex technical concepts, risks, and trade-offs into clear business outcomes
Experience mentoring architects and engineers
Bachelor's degree is listed as a desired qualification, or equivalent experience
Master's degree is listed as a desired qualification
Preferred certifications include CISSP, CCIE, CCDE, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, TOGAF, SABSA, and GIAC security certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary incentive eligible; eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan
Industry-leading benefits
Paid time off
Resources and support to employees
In-office flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs