Sr. Staff Security Architect
Company websitegevernova.com (GE Vernova, opens in new tab)
Base salary $127,600 to $212,600
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in United States
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- LocationUnited States
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (43 min ago) · observed since
About this job
Job Description Summary
GE Vernova is seeking a Sr Staff Cyber Security Architect to ensure that our application and infrastructure architecture is secure.In this role, you will conduct security architecture reviews for cloud and on-premise systems, helping ensure solutions are secure by design and aligned to GEV security requirements. The ideal candidate brings cybersecurity architecture experience, a strong commitment to service excellence, and a passion for protecting and shaping the future of energy.
Job Description
Responsibilities Include:
- Security Architecture and Governance
- Serve as a security architect for AWS and Azure application and infrastructure deployments.
- Conduct security architecture reviews and risk assessments within the enterprise architecture domain governance model.
- Draft target system architectures that follow secure-by-design principles and security best practices.
- Define secure-by-design architectures for AI applications and AI agents, including identity, data access, model and tool integration, runtime controls, and human oversight.
- Conduct security reviews for generative AI solutions, agentic workflows, and supporting platforms across cloud and on-premise environments.
- Risk, Documentation, and Reusable Guidance
- Draft and publish risk assessment reports that clearly outline cyber risks and mitigating controls.
- Publish reusable solution patterns to improve clarity, consistency, and alignment across designs.
- Develop security-related documentation, including policies, standards, and leading practices.
- Develop reusable security patterns and risk guidance for AI applications and agents, including prompt and data protection, model supply chain, agent identity and permissions, monitoring, and lifecycle governance.
- Technical Leadership and Collaboration
- Research emerging technologies, industry developments, and market trends to support enterprise project delivery and operations.
- Serve as a technical leader within the function by staying current on industry technology and security trends.
- Build peer, cross-functional, and cross-business relationships to share best practices and improve team effectiveness.
- Influence across the function and business while working collaboratively as part of the broader security architecture team.
Basic Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Professional Experience: At least 8 years of experience in enterprise IT and/or cybersecurity.
- Cybersecurity Architecture: At least 3 years of experience in cybersecurity architecture.
Desired Characteristics:
- Cybersecurity Architecture and Technical Expertise
- Experience in cybersecurity architecture, including designing secure solutions in AWS, Azure & GCP.
- Experience with threat modeling, multi-tier web applications, and relevant security standards.
- Experience assessing and securing AI and generative AI applications, including large language model integrations, retrieval-augmented generation, APIs, and agentic systems.
- Knowledge of AI security risks and controls, including prompt injection, sensitive data exposure, insecure tool use, excessive agency, model and dependency risks, and AI agent identity and access governance.
- Industry-recognized security certification, such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security, or Azure Security certification.
- Collaboration and Influence
- Experience partnering with solution architects to design secure systems.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to influence, build consensus, and align stakeholders across Digital Technology teams and leadership.
- Problem Solving and Adaptability
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable working in new areas that require rapid learning, sound judgment, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to synthesize input from multiple stakeholders and translate complex business and technical requirements into practical security guidance.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionApplication Deadline: November 13, 2026For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $127,600.00 and $212,600.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 23, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.Source: GE Vernova on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($127,600) is above 26% of the 1,828 IT & Security roles nationwide listed on this site. Their median floor is $151,250; the middle half runs from $125,303 to $181,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingSr. Staff Security Architect$127,600 to $212,600
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Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Sr. Staff Security Architect (this listing) | $127,600 - $212,600 |
| Sr Staff GenAI Engineer | $130,200 - $217,100 |
| Senior Site EHS Manager-EPC Nuclear New Build (SMR) | $129,000 - $214,900 |
| Site EHS Leader | $129,000 - $214,900 |
| GVH Manager of Emergency Preparedness and Fire Protection. | $129,000 - $214,900 |
| Product Marketing Leader | $128,600 - $214,200 |
| Combined Cycle O&M Power Plant Manager | $131,600 - $219,300 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-23
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For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $127,600.00 and $212,600.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% o
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