What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Security Architect position at Global Cellulose Fibers?
Memphis, TN (Hybrid/Remote)
Pay Rate
$121,000 – $161,300
Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is placed in the pay range.
Category/Shift
Salaried Full-Time
Location:
Memphis (Hybrid) or Remote (For remote positions, Global Cellulose Fibers will consider residents of the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Massachusetts, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia and Washington.)
About The Role
Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF) seeks an experienced Information Security Architect to drive the design and implementation of enterprise-wide security architectures and initiatives. This role will lead the development of secure system architectures, frameworks, and roadmaps that align with the company’s business and IT strategies.
The ideal candidate is an expert in security frameworks, cloud security, risk management, and enterprise architecture, with a strong background in leading security transformations.
Key Responsibilities
Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com.
Why GCF
Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
We’ve Got You Covered
At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including:
Memphis Corporate Office
6400 Poplar Ave.
Memphis, TN 38197
Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Global Cellulose Fibers complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact accommodations@gcfibers.com or (833) 753-3242.
Pay Rate
$121,000 – $161,300
Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is placed in the pay range.
Category/Shift
Salaried Full-Time
Location:
Memphis (Hybrid) or Remote (For remote positions, Global Cellulose Fibers will consider residents of the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Massachusetts, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia and Washington.)
About The Role
Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF) seeks an experienced Information Security Architect to drive the design and implementation of enterprise-wide security architectures and initiatives. This role will lead the development of secure system architectures, frameworks, and roadmaps that align with the company’s business and IT strategies.
The ideal candidate is an expert in security frameworks, cloud security, risk management, and enterprise architecture, with a strong background in leading security transformations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and evolution of enterprise security architecture to address emerging threats and compliance requirements.
- Collaborate with leadership, engineering, cloud, and infrastructure teams to integrate security into technology solutions and roadmaps.
- Drive security architecture for cloud (Azure), on-prem, hybrid, and containerized environments.
- Define and maintain security policies, standards, and reference architectures.
- Evaluate emerging security technologies and make recommendations for adoption.
- Conduct threat modeling, risk assessments, and gap analysis to improve the company’s security posture.
- Serve as a security advisor to enterprise projects and ensure alignment with security best practices.
- Provide Information Security consulting services on Company projects and initiatives
- Act as Subject Matter Experts on Information Security requirements for IT and OT.
- Partner with Company Legal and Sourcing departments on security requirements in Company contracts and agreements, and interface with Customers and other external parties responding to their assessments of security controls
- Perform Information Security Risk Assessments of Company projects, Vendors/Suppliers, compliance initiatives and new technologies.
- Develop and socialize Security Architecture Roadmaps control requirements and functional requirements.
- Collaborate with MSP on ensuring security principles are maintained
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field preferred.
- 8 years of professional experience in cybersecurity, with at least 4 years as a security architect in a complex enterprise environment.
- Proven experience collaborating with third-party security vendors or MSPs
- Strong expertise in security operations, incident response, threat detection, and investigative methodologies
- Deep understanding of network security, identity & access management (IAM), data protection, and encryption technologies
- Strong experience with cloud security architecture in Azure
- Experience or deep understanding of manufacturing technologies and the security requirements around Operational Technology, SCADA and other control system environments
- Proven knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, ISA 62443 and MITRE ATT&CK
- Experience and understanding of various regulatory requirements and laws, including but not limited to: Payment Card Industry (PCI), ISA 62443, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or CISM required.
- Familiarity with secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevSecOps principles
- Strong analytical, relationship management, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Ability to collaborate across functions and influence stakeholders
Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com.
Why GCF
Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
We’ve Got You Covered
At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including:
- Medical, Dental, Life insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- 401(k) and Company-funded retirement contributions
- Paid Time Off
Memphis Corporate Office
6400 Poplar Ave.
Memphis, TN 38197
Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Global Cellulose Fibers complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact accommodations@gcfibers.com or (833) 753-3242.
Salary : $121,000 - $161,300