Purpose
In Security Architecture & Transformation we enable the business to deliver value to our consumers via technology securely by providing clear security directions, guardrails, and expert design authority without becoming a bottleneck. We offer guidance on applying robust security principles across the organization, ensuring that every technical solution or digital asset maintains full compliance with relevant security standards and requirements.
Key Accountabilities

Lead a team of Security Architects who will be core to delivering the following listed objectives
Establish target‑state architectures of one or more of cloud, identity, network, application security, etc.
Align security architecture with business priorities and digital transformation initiatives
Drive adoption of modern frameworks (e.g., Zero Trust, cloud‑native security)
Lead architecture review boards (ARB) for new systems and major changes
Define and enforce security design standards, patterns, and reference architectures
Ensure consistency across regions, business units, and platforms
Develop and communicate corporate information security policies, standards, and guidelines, ensuring secure architectural principles across designs
Contribute to organizational strategies related to information control and evaluate environmental/market trends for risks, impacts, and opportunities
Provide authoritative security control guidance in collaboration with legal, technical, and other experts
Understand client needs, conduct analysis, recommend solution options, and facilitate stakeholder collaboration to ensure effective implementation
Maintain expert level knowledge in defined specialisms, provide advanced guidance, and consolidate expertise from multiple sources
Conduct and contribute to research activities, including data collection,



report creation, publication, and presentation of findings
Monitor emerging technologies, assess threats/opportunities, and produce reports and technology roadmaps

What We Are Looking For

College or university degree with focus on IT, or equivalent combination of education and experience
7 years of IT experience, with 5 years of exposure to the relevant area
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; proficient English skills (verbal and written)
Deep experience in at least one of:

Cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Identity & access management (IAM, SSO, federation, Zero Trust)
Application & API security
Network security architecture
Data & AI Security Architecture

Strong understanding in at least one of:

Threat modelling methodologies (STRIDE, etc.)
Secure SDLC practices
Modern architectures (microservices, containers, serverless)

Proactivity and team‑player attitude, with the ability to collaborate effectively
Growth mindset focused on continuous learning, improvement and adaptability to change
Passion for the latest technology and for delivering consumer/business value
Aptitude to learn and implement new technologies, with a hands‑on and problem‑solving approach

What We Offer

Part of a company where digital transformation, innovation and continuous improvement are core principles of culture
Opportunities to grow and reach expectations within a talented and passionate team of quality engineers
Highly engaged, multinational environment with international career opportunities
Individual development, training and a tech community
Hybrid work setup: 40% weekly remote within Spain, combined with onsite facilities and culture
Competitive salary, benefits and valuable discounts on adidas products

Location: ZaragozaContract: Full time
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📌 Senior Security Architect (España)
🏢 Adidas
📍 España