Security Solutions Architect

Location: Prague, Brno

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Description:

We Dream. We Do. We Deliver.

At Merkle, a dentsu company, we power the experience economy. Whether we’re building the next great app, running CRM at scale for global brands, delivering technology architectures that support millions of users, or providing world-class data, identity, and insights solutions, it’s all in the name of crafting experiences that set brands apart from the competition. Backed by dentsu's legacy of innovation and creativity originating in Japan, we’ve spent over 35 years helping brands build loyalty, drive growth, and connect meaningfully with their audiences.

We’ve been named a global “Leader” by top industry analyst firms in categories as wide-ranging as digital transformation and commerce, experience design, engineering and technology integration, digital marketing, data science, CRM and loyalty, and customer data management.

We are now looking for a Security Solutions Architect to join our team! The Security Architect creates security solution architectures for systems and platforms ensuring all relevant options are explored for time, cost and compliance to the company’s standards, policies and practices. The role oversees the delivery of the security solution and supports it through the relevant governance. This role is also suitable for a Cloud Security Engineer looking to make the next step.

Job description

As Security Solutions Architect, you will join the dentsu Security Architecture and Engineering team. Your focus will be to ensure that security is maintained and enhanced across dentsu. You will support security and business delivery teams to build robust, secure solutions across a wide range of technologies. You will work with these delivery teams to embed a culture that builds solutions that not only meet the business requirements but proactively identifies, analyses and manages the security risks. As part of the Security Architecture and Engineering team, you will support the business to mature through creation, adoption and reuse of standards or patterns.

Key role responsibilities

• Collaborate to design and develop secure solutions that balance risk and business benefit to enable growth
• Document designs and support solution delivery
• Champion Secure by design mindset and reuse of standardised solutions.
• Continuously review the design and effectiveness of security controls and support a program of continuous improvement
• Provide Subject Matter Expertise for key project deliveries, problem resolution and risk management
• Educate, mentor and support all areas of dentsu to understand the changing security threat landscape and how to enable the business in a secure manner
• Support and grow the maturity of security and architecture through partnerships on dentsu key deliverables

Who are we looking for?

• Someone with a few years of Security Architecture experience
• We can also consider someone with a strong background in Cloud Security Engineering, looking to take the next step into architecture
• Strong experience with Enterprise Security and IAM, MFA will also be valuable in this role
• Someone with the ability to build and grow relationships with business and technical stakeholders to advance security goals
• Creative problem solver with the ability to analyse problems from multiple perspectives, enable all stakeholders’ views to be understood and deliver consensus-based outcomes
• Demonstrable range of security skills and experience including one or more of the following: Secure Design and Coding, IAM, Network Security, Security Operations, governance and risk
• Experience with Cloud or DevOps practices
• Experience with application development or engineering
• CISSP or equivalent security certification or experience

Why choose Merkle? 

Innovation at Our Core: As part of dentsu’s global network, Merkle pushes the boundaries of customer experience, integrating creativity, technology, and data to drive real-world impact. For over 35 years, we’ve been innovating to meet the changing needs of our clients. 
Global Reach with Local Expertise: With over 16,000 employees across 30+ countries, and part of a 70,000 employees network at dentsu, Merkle blends global insights with a deep understanding of local markets to deliver personalized, effective solutions. 

Collaborative Culture: At Merkle, your ideas and contributions truly matter. You’ll join a team that fosters innovation, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. Together, we work on impactful international projects, making meaningful connections every step of the way. 

Our benefits in the Czech Republic include: 

• 5 weeks of vacation 
• 2 Volunteering days to share the kindness of your heart with others 
• Mental Health: Benefit from 3 extra wellness days on top of your vacation days and Employee Assistance program to support your well-being
• Flexible working hours and home office possibility (hybrid)
• Hybrid working – we combine flexibility with in-person collaboration, with an expectation of 1 day per week/ 4 days per month in the office
• Full access to Dentsu Academy, our global online learning platform 
• Dog-friendly office 
• Edenred meal vouchers and cafeteria points 
• Team events: company parties, breakfasts, etc. 
• Snacks and drinks at the office 
• Referral bonus program 
• Laptop + equipment 
• Corporate mobile subscription 
• Flexible hybrid home office working conditions 

Ready to join the team? Shape your unique career and reach your full potential. Apply now and join us in transforming the future together.

*At dentsu, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is central to our vision: "To be at the forefront of people-centered transformations that shape society."

We cherish the unique talents and perspectives of all individuals, welcoming applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability. By embracing diverse perspectives, we create meaningful change and sustainable growth for our people, clients, and society. Our hiring decisions are guided by qualifications and role-specific requirements, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

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