Security Architect Jobs in Michigan
Security Architect jobs in Michigan are in steady demand, with concentrations in automotive technology, financial services, healthcare IT, and defense contracting, and openings at every level from associate security architect through principal and staff-level roles. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor are the primary hiring centers, where established employers such as Ford Motor Company, Kforce, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan consistently recruit for these positions. Cloud security, zero-trust architecture, and OT/ICS security tied to automotive and manufacturing environments are the most sought-after specialties in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Why join Stryker?
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Job description
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more:US Stryker employee benefits.As an Identity Security Architect, you will design and govern enterprise identity and access management solutions that protect organizational assets while enabling secure access to business systems and applications. You will serve as the technical authority for identity security and partner with cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud, application, enterprise architecture, security operations, and business teams across on-premises and cloud environments.
What you will do:
Technical Responsibilities:
Design and maintain enterprise identity security architecture, standards, and reference designs.
Develop identity strategies that support Zero Trust Architecture and enterprise digital transformation.
Architect authentication, authorization, federation, single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and identity lifecycle management solutions.
Lead architecture reviews for IAM projects, cloud implementations, and business applications.
Design and govern Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions and privileged identity controls.
Integrate identity security controls with Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, Application Development, and Security Operations teams.
Develop identity governance processes for role-based access control (RBAC), least privilege, segregation of duties (SoD), and access certification.
Conduct identity threat modeling, architecture risk assessments, and security design reviews.
Evaluate emerging identity technologies and recommend architectural improvements.
Support compliance with NIST CSF, ISO 27001, HIPAA, SOX, FDA Cybersecurity Guidance, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Develop architecture documentation, technical standards, implementation guidance, and operating procedures.
Leadership & People Management Responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams implementing identity security capabilities.
Knowledge and Capabilities:
Analyze complex identity security challenges and translate findings into practical architecture decisions.
Design enterprise identity architectures that connect security requirements, business needs, and technology capabilities.
Communicate identity architecture standards, risks, and implementation guidance to technical and business partners.
What You Need:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in cybersecurity or identity management.
- Minimum 3 years of experience designing enterprise IAM architectures.
- Experience implementing SSO, MFA, PAM, Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), and directory services.
- Experience with Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Okta, Ping Identity, SailPoint, CyberArk, Delinea, or similar technologies, including cloud identity security across Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
Posted Date: 09/14/2026
This role will be posted for a minimum of 3 days.
United States of America Pay Ranges:
- USN: $135,600 - $225,900 USD Annual
- US5: $142,400 - $237,200 USD Annual
- US10: $149,200 - $248,500 USD Annual
- US15: $155,900 - $259,800 USD Annual
- US20: $162,700 - $271,100 USD Annual
- US30: $176,300 - $293,700 USD Annual
Why join Stryker?
Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
Job description
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more:US Stryker employee benefits.As an Identity Security Architect, you will design and govern enterprise identity and access management solutions that protect organizational assets while enabling secure access to business systems and applications. You will serve as the technical authority for identity security and partner with cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud, application, enterprise architecture, security operations, and business teams across on-premises and cloud environments.
What you will do:
Technical Responsibilities:
Design and maintain enterprise identity security architecture, standards, and reference designs.
Develop identity strategies that support Zero Trust Architecture and enterprise digital transformation.
Architect authentication, authorization, federation, single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and identity lifecycle management solutions.
Lead architecture reviews for IAM projects, cloud implementations, and business applications.
Design and govern Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions and privileged identity controls.
Integrate identity security controls with Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, Application Development, and Security Operations teams.
Develop identity governance processes for role-based access control (RBAC), least privilege, segregation of duties (SoD), and access certification.
Conduct identity threat modeling, architecture risk assessments, and security design reviews.
Evaluate emerging identity technologies and recommend architectural improvements.
Support compliance with NIST CSF, ISO 27001, HIPAA, SOX, FDA Cybersecurity Guidance, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Develop architecture documentation, technical standards, implementation guidance, and operating procedures.
Leadership & People Management Responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams implementing identity security capabilities.
Knowledge and Capabilities:
Analyze complex identity security challenges and translate findings into practical architecture decisions.
Design enterprise identity architectures that connect security requirements, business needs, and technology capabilities.
Communicate identity architecture standards, risks, and implementation guidance to technical and business partners.
What You Need:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in cybersecurity or identity management.
- Minimum 3 years of experience designing enterprise IAM architectures.
- Experience implementing SSO, MFA, PAM, Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), and directory services.
- Experience with Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Okta, Ping Identity, SailPoint, CyberArk, Delinea, or similar technologies, including cloud identity security across Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
Posted Date: 09/14/2026
This role will be posted for a minimum of 3 days.
United States of America Pay Ranges:
- USN: $135,600 - $225,900 USD Annual
- US5: $142,400 - $237,200 USD Annual
- US10: $149,200 - $248,500 USD Annual
- US15: $155,900 - $259,800 USD Annual
- US20: $162,700 - $271,100 USD Annual
- US30: $176,300 - $293,700 USD Annual
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
- Medical Devices
- Technology & Software
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security architect jobs across Michigan.
- CISSP or CISM certification recognized by Michigan employers as the baseline credential
- Five or more years of hands-on experience designing enterprise security architectures
- Proficiency with cloud security frameworks across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud platforms
- Experience securing OT or ICS environments relevant to Michigan's automotive and manufacturing sector
- Strong grasp of NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls for regulated-industry compliance
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a closely related technical field
Security Architect Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a security architect in Michigan?
Michigan does not require a state-issued license to work as a security architect, so the path runs through education and industry credentials. Most Michigan employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or information systems, followed by several years in roles such as security analyst or network engineer. Earning a CISSP or CISM certification is widely treated as the professional threshold for architect-level roles across Michigan's automotive, healthcare, and financial-services sectors.
How much do security architects make in Michigan?
Security architects in Michigan earn a median of about $106,230 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,150 for the lowest 10% to over $165,730 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire security architects in Michigan?
Employers hiring security architects in Michigan right now include Meijer, Stryker, and GENTHERM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's concentration of automotive OEMs, regional health systems, and financial institutions means demand is distributed across both large corporate headquarters and their extended supplier and partner networks.
Which Michigan cities have the most security architect jobs?
Lansing, Novi, and Detroit account for the largest share of security architect openings in Michigan. Detroit and its suburbs anchor demand through the headquarters and technology divisions of automotive companies, major insurers, and large hospital systems, while Ann Arbor draws openings from the University of Michigan's research and health enterprise and a dense cluster of technology and life-sciences firms.
Are there remote security architect jobs in Michigan?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 100% of security architect openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves policy design, architecture review, and cloud configuration rather than on-site hardware. Strategic and advisory functions such as threat modeling, security roadmap development, and vendor assessment are the most consistently offered as fully remote positions.
How can I get hired as a security architect in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a security analyst or systems administrator role first, then building toward architecture responsibilities over time. Large Michigan employers such as automotive OEMs and regional health systems regularly hire associate-level security analysts and IT risk analysts as developmental positions. Earning a CompTIA Security+ or pursuing a cybersecurity concentration through institutions like Michigan State University or Wayne State University strengthens an early application, as does building a portfolio of lab-based architecture projects or contributing to open-source security tooling.
Where can I find and apply to security architect jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to security architect jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to see roles that match your experience and specialty area, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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