Solution Architect (Security)

SOLUTION ARCHITECT (SECURITY) - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY – SYDNEY – DAY RATE CONTRACT

With over 13,000 employees across 20+ countries, Allianz Technology is the go-to technology partner for Allianz Group companies across the world. We're all about crafting world-class, agile, and sustainable IT solutions that power a seamless digital journey for our customers. From massive IT infrastructure projects like data centres and networks to innovative application platforms in workplace services, data science, and customer interfaces, we're at the forefront of building the future.

We're proud to be a global pioneer of change, as single centre of excellence, acting as Allianz's digital backbone worldwide. With our streamlined approach, we simplify Allianz's business operations wherever they are, by delivering full-scale, end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age.

Let’s care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone

About the role

The primary purpose of the role is to deliver a solution design for a project or initiative that is cost effective and fit for purpose, provide architectural guidance and support to teams involved in the delivery, and ensure the integrity of architecture in line with application domain and Allianz standards.

• Take overall responsibility for architecture and design within the application domain to ensure that solutions meet enterprise architecture and Allianz requirements.
• Work proactively with business stakeholders during the initial business case and concept phase to support scoping and prioritization in line with business needs.
• Identify and analyse emerging trends in both business and technology to provide regular input and consultation to the business.
• Provide expert technical input and advice in the development of business strategies, technical strategies, and system architectures, and contribute to the division’s business planning activities.
• Benchmark Allianz technologies against competitors and identify technical improvements that will benefit the business.
• Lead organisational strategic initiatives (e.g., cloud adoption, migration to strategic platforms, decommissioning activities) and support artefacts that can deliver significant business benefits.
• Oversee governance of enterprise and infrastructure services leveraged across applications, ensuring adherence to SDLC and SOX requirements.

About you

• Comprehensive knowledge of the business domain and significant experience within the insurance industry.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture methodologies and frameworks.
• Ability to recognise, avert, manage, and escalate conflicts to enable effective and timely resolution in accordance with organisational processes.
• Ability to manage complex negotiations to ensure mutual agreement between parties is achieved.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and persuasively with audiences at all levels.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency across systems, software, databases, reporting tools, and communication platforms.
• Experience working in large enterprise environments with established architecture governance, review forums, and security design standards.
• Ability to focus on desired outcomes and align work efforts to achieve expected results.
• Identity and Access Management and Network Security are a must; AWS and Azure Security.
• Experience in Application Security, PING Identity, CIAM (Customer Identity and Access Management).

About our culture

We care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in a workplace that celebrates inclusion and equal opportunity, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the unique perspectives and talents they bring to work.  We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone belongs and can thrive and reach their fullest potential.

Adjustments and support

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to [email protected] for a confidential conversation.

Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. www.allianz.com.au/careers

Important Notice:

Allianz will never contact you from an email address that does not end with ‘@allianz.com.au’ or another official Allianz domain. If you receive an email from an address like ’[email protected]’” or ’[email protected]’, it is not from Allianz and may likely be a scam.

Examples of official Allianz email addresses à [email protected] | [email protected] | [email protected]

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If you are unsure about an email, please contact Allianz directly through our official website or customer service number. Your security is our priority.