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About the Role As Cyber Security Principal Architect for CIAM, you will define and govern the end-to-end identity architecture for client authentication, authorization, and governance across Okta , PingFederate/PingAccess , and a suite of security SPAs and APIs . This role requires deep expertise in identity protocols, zero-trust principles, and integration patterns for hybrid environments.
You will serve as the authoritative voice for CIAM architecture , partnering with engineering, product, and risk teams to deliver secure, scalable, and compliant identity solutions aligned with enterprise standards and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Architecture & Design - Define CIAM architecture patterns.
- Architect and oversee implementation of CIAM solutions .
Integration & Standards - Drive secure integration patterns for Java APIs , React login UX , and API gateways using OAuth 2.0, OIDC, JWT, and FIDO2/WebAuthn.
- Define zero-trust controls for lateral movement prevention, secure protocol configurations, and runtime session management.
- Ensure CIAM architecture meets regulatory and audit standards; produce design documentation and evidence for risk assessments.
- Lead architecture reviews and sign-offs for identity solutions across ecosystems.
Leadership & Mentorship - Act as a thought leader for identity security; mentor engineers and architects on best practices.
- Represent CIAM in enterprise architecture forums and vendor engagements.
Salary Range:
$137,400 - 233,600 USD
Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.
Working with Us: As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.
Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose.
We'd love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world's most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater
Reasonable accommodation Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at .
We hope you're excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.
Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.
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