Career Area:
Technology, Digital and DataJob Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Senior Cybersecurity Architect & Technical Lead
The Senior Cybersecurity Architect and Technical Lead will use strong technical skills to design, build, and review secure enterprise architectures in complex environments. This role requires advanced knowledge of cloud, hybrid, and on-premises infrastructures, security frameworks, and cutting-edge technologies to ensure resilient, scalable, and compliant solutions. The person will serve as a trusted advisor by giving strategic guidance, performing detailed security reviews, and defining tangible remediation actions to protect critical applications, platforms, and data, while working closely with teams to ensure security supports business goals.
What You Will Do:
Design and review secure enterprise architectures aligned with industry’s best practices and organizational security standards.
Provide technical leadership and guidance on cybersecurity principles for applications and platforms.
Identify vulnerabilities and provide effective remediation strategies to mitigate risks.
Perform technical security design reviews utilizing threat modeling frameworks such as STRIDE.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security into system and application development lifecycles.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to cybersecurity team members.
Translate regulatory and industry standards into practical architectural controls
Utilize tools like ServiceNow and Azure DevOps for workflow automation, ticketing, and project tracking.
What You Have:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Active, nationally recognized cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, GSEC, GCLD, GCCC, GISP) or vendor-specific certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect – Professional)
Demonstrated ability in mentoring and leading small teams
Proven ability to architect secure solutions across cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), hybrid, and on-premises environments
Proven expertise in performing technical security design reviews and applying threat modeling frameworks such as STRIDE, ATT&CK, and DREAD.
Ability to identify systemic gaps and develop precise, executable remediation plans
Advanced knowledge of secure software development lifecycles (SSDLC), identity and access management (IAM), cryptography, and API security
Experience implementing regulatory and industry standards (NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS) into practical architectural controls
Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (NIST, ISO, CIS)
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to provide actionable technical recommendations
Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Ability to interact effectively with senior management
Practical experience using Agile/Scrum methodologies
Stay informed on emerging threats, technologies, and compliance requirements to strengthen security posture.
Planning: Tactical, Strategic:
- Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
Communicating Complex Concepts:
- Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, plain language appropriate to the audience.
Consulting:
- Knowledge of techniques, roles, and responsibilities in providing technical or business guidance to clients, both internal and external; ability to apply consulting knowledge appropriately.
Cybersecurity Standards and Policies:
- Knowledge of developing cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures; ability to develop and communicate policies, standards and procedures that guide interactions with customers.
Cybersecurity Risk Management:
- Knowledge of tools, techniques, approaches, and processes of cybersecurity risk management; ability to ensure organizational network operation and minimize negative effect by cybersecurity risks.
Information Security Technologies:
- Knowledge of technologies and technology-based solutions dealing with information security issues; ability to protect information security across the organization using encryption technologies and appropriate security software.
Additional Info:
The primary location for this position is Peoria, IL, Irving, TX or Nashville, TN.
THIS ROLE IS 5 DAYS ONSITE.
SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE.
Relocation is available to those who qualify.
What You Will Get:
- Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
- Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
- All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
About Caterpillar -
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$147,760.00 - $221,640.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
January 7, 2026 - January 17, 2026Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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