Security Architect Jobs in Michigan
Security Architect jobs in Michigan are open across Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Detroit and other Michigan metros, with employers like Beacon Engineering Resources, Conexess, and Ford Motor Company hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Lead Security Architect | Enterprise, Cloud \& Application Security
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Day 1 Onsite)
Duration: Long-Term Contract
Interview: Inperson
We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Security Architect with strong hands-on expertise in designing, implementing, and reviewing enterprise security solutions across cloud, application, SaaS, and network environments.
This is not a Security Auditor or GRC-focused role. The ideal candidate must have recent experience driving security architecture decisions, conducting enterprise security reviews, performing threat assessments, and partnering with engineering teams to implement scalable security controls.
The Security Architect will play a critical role in evaluating existing architectures, identifying security risks, defining remediation strategies, and establishing secure design patterns across enterprise platforms.
Required Experience
- 12+ years of overall IT experience
- 5+ years of Security Architecture experience
- Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing enterprise security solutions
- Experience conducting enterprise security reviews and Tiger Team assessments
- Proven expertise reviewing and approving application, infrastructure, and cloud architectures
- Experience creating and maintaining Architecture Decision Records (ADRs)
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Core Responsibilities
- Lead enterprise-wide security architecture reviews and assessments
- Evaluate application, cloud, SaaS, and infrastructure architectures for security risks
- Conduct threat modeling and security design reviews
- Define security standards, patterns, and architectural best practices
- Review and document Architecture Decision Records (ADRs)
- Partner with engineering teams to integrate security throughout the software development lifecycle
- Provide guidance on secure cloud adoption, API security, data protection, and cryptographic controls
- Identify security gaps and develop practical remediation strategies
- Support enterprise initiatives involving AI, Machine Learning, and cloud-native technologies
Required Technical Skills
Enterprise Security Architecture
- Enterprise Security Reviews
- Security Architecture Assessments
- Security Design Reviews
- Tiger Team Engagements
- Risk Analysis
- Threat Modeling
- Architecture Governance
Application Security (AppSec)
- Secure SDLC
- OWASP Top 10
- Threat Modeling
- SAST
- DAST
- Secure Code Review
- API Security
- Application Security Architecture
Cloud Security
- AWS Security Architecture
- Azure Security
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Security
- Cloud Security Assessments
- Cloud Architecture Reviews
- Cloud Governance and Security Controls
Network Security
- Network Security Architecture
- Palo Alto Firewalls
- Network Segmentation
- IDS/IPS
- Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
- Secure Network Design
SaaS Security
- SaaS Platform Security Reviews
- Identity & Access Controls
- Third-Party Risk Evaluation
- SaaS Security Architecture
Data & Infrastructure Security
- Cryptography
- Data Protection
- Database Security Architecture
- PostgreSQL
- Big Data Security
- Secure Data Architecture
AI & Emerging Technologies
- AI Security
- Generative AI Security
- Machine Learning Security
- Model Risk Management
- AI Governance and Security Controls
Security Frameworks
Experience with one or more of the following:
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
- NIST 800-53
- CIS Controls
- Zero Trust Architecture
- OWASP
- MITRE ATT&CK
Tools & Technologies
- AWS
- Azure
- GCP
- Palo Alto
- ServiceNow
- GitHub
- GitLab
- Bitbucket
- SVN
- PostgreSQL
Preferred Certifications
- CISSP
- CCSP
- AWS Certified Security Specialty
- TOGAF
- SABSA
- GIAC Security Certifications
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is a hands-on Security Architect who has successfully designed and implemented security solutions across enterprise environments. Candidates with primarily auditing, compliance, governance, risk, or GRC backgrounds without architecture and implementation experience will not be a fit for this role.
Benefits:
- Long Term Opportunity
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for advancement
Job Title: Lead Security Architect | Enterprise, Cloud \& Application Security
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Day 1 Onsite)
Duration: Long-Term Contract
Interview: Inperson
We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Security Architect with strong hands-on expertise in designing, implementing, and reviewing enterprise security solutions across cloud, application, SaaS, and network environments.
This is not a Security Auditor or GRC-focused role. The ideal candidate must have recent experience driving security architecture decisions, conducting enterprise security reviews, performing threat assessments, and partnering with engineering teams to implement scalable security controls.
The Security Architect will play a critical role in evaluating existing architectures, identifying security risks, defining remediation strategies, and establishing secure design patterns across enterprise platforms.
Required Experience
- 12+ years of overall IT experience
- 5+ years of Security Architecture experience
- Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing enterprise security solutions
- Experience conducting enterprise security reviews and Tiger Team assessments
- Proven expertise reviewing and approving application, infrastructure, and cloud architectures
- Experience creating and maintaining Architecture Decision Records (ADRs)
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Core Responsibilities
- Lead enterprise-wide security architecture reviews and assessments
- Evaluate application, cloud, SaaS, and infrastructure architectures for security risks
- Conduct threat modeling and security design reviews
- Define security standards, patterns, and architectural best practices
- Review and document Architecture Decision Records (ADRs)
- Partner with engineering teams to integrate security throughout the software development lifecycle
- Provide guidance on secure cloud adoption, API security, data protection, and cryptographic controls
- Identify security gaps and develop practical remediation strategies
- Support enterprise initiatives involving AI, Machine Learning, and cloud-native technologies
Required Technical Skills
Enterprise Security Architecture
- Enterprise Security Reviews
- Security Architecture Assessments
- Security Design Reviews
- Tiger Team Engagements
- Risk Analysis
- Threat Modeling
- Architecture Governance
Application Security (AppSec)
- Secure SDLC
- OWASP Top 10
- Threat Modeling
- SAST
- DAST
- Secure Code Review
- API Security
- Application Security Architecture
Cloud Security
- AWS Security Architecture
- Azure Security
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Security
- Cloud Security Assessments
- Cloud Architecture Reviews
- Cloud Governance and Security Controls
Network Security
- Network Security Architecture
- Palo Alto Firewalls
- Network Segmentation
- IDS/IPS
- Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
- Secure Network Design
SaaS Security
- SaaS Platform Security Reviews
- Identity & Access Controls
- Third-Party Risk Evaluation
- SaaS Security Architecture
Data & Infrastructure Security
- Cryptography
- Data Protection
- Database Security Architecture
- PostgreSQL
- Big Data Security
- Secure Data Architecture
AI & Emerging Technologies
- AI Security
- Generative AI Security
- Machine Learning Security
- Model Risk Management
- AI Governance and Security Controls
Security Frameworks
Experience with one or more of the following:
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
- NIST 800-53
- CIS Controls
- Zero Trust Architecture
- OWASP
- MITRE ATT&CK
Tools & Technologies
- AWS
- Azure
- GCP
- Palo Alto
- ServiceNow
- GitHub
- GitLab
- Bitbucket
- SVN
- PostgreSQL
Preferred Certifications
- CISSP
- CCSP
- AWS Certified Security Specialty
- TOGAF
- SABSA
- GIAC Security Certifications
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is a hands-on Security Architect who has successfully designed and implemented security solutions across enterprise environments. Candidates with primarily auditing, compliance, governance, risk, or GRC backgrounds without architecture and implementation experience will not be a fit for this role.
Benefits:
- Long Term Opportunity
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for advancement
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Security Architect Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Beacon Engineering Resources1
- Conexess1
- Ford Motor Company1
- Rocket1
- Select Minds1
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Technology & Software2
- Automotive1
- Staffing & Recruiting1
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security architect jobs across Michigan.
- 7-10 years of information security experience with at least 3 in an architecture role
- CISSP certification required or expected within a defined period after hire
- Hands-on experience designing and implementing zero-trust or least-privilege network architectures
- Proficiency with cloud security controls in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments
- Ability to conduct threat modeling using frameworks such as STRIDE or MITRE ATT&CK
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems, or a related field
Security Architect Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How many security architect jobs are there in Michigan?
There are 6+ security architect openings in Michigan on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Detroit. New positions post regularly as employers across Michigan hire.
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 Michigan cities have the most security architect jobs?
Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Detroit have the most security architect openings in Michigan right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire security architects in Michigan?
Employers hiring security architects in Michigan include Beacon Engineering Resources, Conexess, and Ford Motor Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote security architect jobs in Michigan?
Yes. About 33% of security architect openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Michigan metros.
How do I apply for security architect jobs in Michigan?
You can apply to security architect jobs in Michigan directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Michigan location, then apply to each one that fits.
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