Application & Platform Security Architect

AbbVie

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Work type
On-site
Location
North Chicago, IL
Posted
5 days ago
Closes
Jun 26, 2126

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About AbbVie

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions in immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care. Its products include Humira, Skyrizi, and Rinvoq.

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TL;DR · Application & Platform Security Architect

The Application & Platform Security Architect role at AbbVie is a senior position within the Information Security team, focusing on developing and implementing comprehensive security programs. This architect will collaborate with application development teams to ensure secure design, coding, configuration, and deployment of technology solutions, particularly in high-risk business applications. Key responsibilities include defining reusable security architecture patterns, driving secure-by-design initiatives, and working closely with IT delivery and engineering teams to embed security principles into technical delivery forums. The role requires expertise in secure session management, token handling, authentication mechanisms like OAuth and SAML, as well as knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. Additionally, familiarity with DevSecOps practices, containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes), and code analysis tools is essential. AbbVie’s global IT Security environment demands a deep understanding of application security principles and regulatory compliance in the immunology, oncology, and neuroscience sectors.

What you'll do

  • Define reusable security architecture patterns to ensure consistent implementation across high-risk applications.
  • Drive secure-by-design initiatives by integrating security early in the software development lifecycle.
  • Evaluate application designs for security controls aligned with enterprise standards and best practices.
  • Design security control architectures for business-critical systems, producing detailed design artifacts.
  • Work with IT delivery teams to embed security principles into technical reviews and forums.
  • Lead threat modeling efforts to identify potential threats and propose risk mitigation strategies.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of experience in information security or related fields.
  • Deep understanding of application security principles, including OWASP Top 10 and secure coding practices.
  • Expertise in secure session management, token handling, and authentication mechanisms like OAuth, SAML, OpenID Connect.
  • Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Strong problem-solving skills to identify security risks and propose effective solutions.
  • Knowledge of cryptographic practices, encryption protocols, and PKI management.
  • Understanding of DevSecOps practices, including securing CI/CD pipelines.

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