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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Cybersecurity Architect - **Company:** Allegion plc - **Location:** Carmel, IN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Communications Protocols, Cyber Security, Information Leak Prevention, Disaster Recovery, Identity and Access Management, Information Security Management, Intrusion Detection Systems, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Network Architecture, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Web Filtering, Information Technology - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/0999E015056D4907BC64F0644F2B5451/job/ ## About the Role * Working knowledge of enterprise security systems: i.e. IDS/IPS, firewalls, end-point protection & response solutions, log management, SIEM solutions, IAM solutions, content filtering, etc. * Working knowledge of computer forensic tools, data loss prevention methods, and disaster recovery methods * Working knowledge of networking and communications protocols and methods relative to public, private, and hybrid cloud installations * Demonstrated technical aptitude with the ability to translate technical concepts into practical business language * Learning agility, including a demonstrated ability to pick up and master new business and technical subjects quickly * Demonstrated business acumen and the ability to apply technology solutions to solve business problems * Ability to quickly build rapport and gain the respect and cooperation of both technology and business leaders * Demonstrated experience leading successful project teams through influence without supervisory authority * Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently, plan workloads and deliver on commitments * Strong interpersonal skills, including excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills * Ability to deal with ambiguity and make quality decisions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment * Experience managing competing priorities successfully * Customer focused * Required: Five + years of proven work experience evaluating, designing, deploying, and supporting cybersecurity solutions on a global Enterprise scale * Required: B.S. or B.A. degree preferably a technical discipline such as Cybersecurity, Information & Communications Technology (ICT), or related STEM discipline (relevant work experience considered in the absence of technical degree) * Preferred: Industry certifications related to information security, networking, or other relevant discipline ## Description The ideal candidate will function as a lead security professional responsible for the technical architecture of Allegion's global security program while also contributing to the full life cycle management and delivery of IT security operations and projects across the Allegion enterprise. The role requires the ability to effectively operate in a blended environment of business and technical personnel of various levels across the global organization. The role will engage as part of the enterprise cybersecurity team with cross functional engagement with other technical and business areas such as IT infrastructure, global technology services, enterprise applications, regional IT teams, software development teams, product engineering, and legal. The organizational breadth of the position spans the global Allegion enterprise with focus on delivering cybersecurity operations and service outcomes with high standards of quality and resilience. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position. 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