Sr. Security Architect

Sr. Security Architect - Enterprise to Edge Security, Global Security Organization The SecOps Validation Team (STOV) is responsible for the tools and technologies that support TikTok infrastructure. STOV oversees technical validation, security operations, and drives engineering enhancements, including the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of security technologies across various domains. This role is responsible for the design and development of security architecture, the implementation of technical controls, and validating them in alignment with security policies and regulatory requirements. The position plays a critical role in establishing a foundational framework to assess and advance the maturity of TikTok’s security architecture. It maintains and evolves security architectures across enterprise systems, endpoints, email infrastructure, data centers, networks, and CDN environments, enabling continuous validation and enhancement of security maturity. Responsibilities Design, develop, and evolve enterprise-wide security architectures aligned with TikTok’s global security strategy to support scalable and secure deployments. Implement and validate technical security controls across infrastructure components, including endpoints, email, data centers, networks, and CDN environments. Lead architecture reviews and threat modeling exercises to identify and mitigate risks across the full‑stack lifecycle. Collaborate with IT, engineering, infrastructure, compliance, and operations teams to integrate security early in the design and development lifecycle. Partner cross‑functionally to evaluate enterprise controls for effectiveness and maturity; recommend improvements and automation opportunities. Qualifications Proven experience designing and implementing controls across enterprise environments (email, endpoints, identity, network, CDN). Hands‑on experience with security tooling and technologies (e.g., SIEM, EDR, WAF, DLP, firewalls, VPN, CASB). Strong understanding of threat modeling, risk assessment methodologies, and security validation techniques. Proven experience in automation for evaluating and implementing technical architectures. Strong knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls) and regulatory environments (e.g., GDPR, SOX, HIPAA). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non‑technical teams. Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on enterprise and infrastructure security architecture. Experience in large‑scale, global enterprises or fast‑paced tech environments. Familiarity with modern infrastructure, such as container security, CI/CD pipelines, zero‑trust architecture, and SASE. Knowledge of automation and validation techniques, such as policy‑as‑code or continuous control validation platforms. About TikTok TikTok is the leading destination for short‑form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok’s global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo. Why Join Us Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok’s mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. We thrive on curiosity, humility, and a desire to make an impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. Diversity & Inclusion TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and strive to reflect the communities we reach. Accommodation TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request. Job Information Base Salary Range: $199,800 – $374,400 per annum. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) savings plan with company match; paid parental leave; short‑term and long‑term disability coverage; life insurance; well‑being benefits; 10 paid holidays per year; 10 paid sick days per year; 17 days of paid personal time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure). Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Information Technology Industries Computer and Network Security Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TikTok by 2x. Get notified about new Enterprise Security Architect jobs in San Jose, CA. #J-18808-Ljbffr