Security Engineering & Architecture Manager

Job Summary

Are you ready to lead the future of cybersecurity architecture and engineering while helping protect a global organization through innovative security solutions?

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Digital Technology Solutions: Accelerating innovation through data, technology and digital transformation, building intelligent solutions that enhance experiences and power smarter decisions.

The role is based in Union Beach, New Jersey (hybrid role). Be part of a strategic, collaborative, and solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Lead and manage cybersecurity engineering services across IAM, PAM, IGA, vulnerability management, cloud security, infrastructure security, OT security, firewall security, operating system security, and data and AI security.
• Define and execute the cybersecurity architecture roadmap, technical standards, and secure-by-design principles.
• Oversee managed security service providers, including SLAs, KPIs, and vendor governance.
• Drive IAM, PAM, and IGA solutions supporting identity lifecycle management and least-privilege access.
• Establish enterprise vulnerability management processes and remediation tracking.
• Develop security architectures for cloud, infrastructure, data, AI, and OT environments.
• Lead the enterprise Security Review Process for projects, applications, vendors, and technology changes.
• Partner with stakeholders to align security architecture with business objectives.
• Communicate cybersecurity program status, initiatives, and risks to senior leadership.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of cybersecurity engineering, security architecture, or related experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing security teams or providers.
• Expertise across multiple security domains including IAM, PAM, IGA, cloud, infrastructure, network, data, or OT security.
• Experience with NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, or similar frameworks.
• Experience leading security architecture reviews or risk assessments.
• Strong understanding of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS security principles.
• Proven vendor management experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSK, or CCSP.
• Experience with SailPoint, CyberArk, Okta, Saviynt, Ping Identity, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with IEC 62443 and AI security governance practices.

Why Choose Us?

• Hybrid work environment supporting work-life balance.
• Opportunity to influence enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy.
• Exposure to innovative cloud, AI, and identity technologies.
• Collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Professional development and certification opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

For your awareness, IFF has announced its intention to sell its Food Ingredients Business to CVC Capital Partners. The sale is currently expected to close in the first half of 2027, pending regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. The Food Ingredient business unit will remain part of IFF until close and, at such time, will transition to CVC Capital Partners. By applying for this position, candidates acknowledge awareness that the role is part of the Food Ingredient business unit and has been identified to transition to CVC Capital Partners.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more

Salary Ranges:

97,916.00-139,880.00USD