Position Overview

As a Solution Architect within PNC's Technology organization, you can be based in Pittsburgh PA, Cleveland OH (preferred), Birmingham AL, Phoenix AZ or Dallas TX.

***PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.***

PNC is seeking an experienced Security Engineering Solution Architect to join our team and lead the design and implementation of robust security solutions across our cloud and on-premises environments. In this role, you will be responsible for developing security architectures, conducting architecture and risk assessments, and guiding cross-functional teams in integrated security best practices in our services and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities
1.Develop and design security architectures for cloud and on-premises environments that align with organizational needs and compliance requirements.
2.Implement security controls and technology to protect data, applications, and infrastructure from threats and vulnerabilities.
3.Perform architecture assessments of systems and changes to those systems to comply with organizational and regulatory requirements and guidance.
4.Develop mitigation strategies and recommend improvements to enhance overall security posture.
5.Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security best practices into system designs.
6.Serve as a subject matter expert in security architecture, advising on best practices and risk mitigation.
7.Creation of architecture artifacts through investigation, exploration, and researching technologies available and other constraints that may be involved.
8.Creation of UML use case diagram(s), component diagram(s), sequence diagram(s).
9.Creation of Business Process Mapping Notation (BPMN) context diagram, functional flow diagram, cross-functional flow diagram, and application configuration flowchart diagram.
10.Engage relevant vendors, technology owners/SMEs, Enterprise Architecture, Security Architecture, product owners to ensure feasibly, best practices, standards, and expectations are met

Qualifications
1.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred
2.Relevant certifications such as Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent preferred
3.5+ years of experience in security architecture, engineering, or related fields preferred
4.Proven experience designing and implementing security solutions in complex environments.
5.Strong networking experience to design highly resilient and redundant network solutions with understanding of capabilities such as Frame Relay, Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), Software-defined networking (SDN), and Zero Trust, etc.

Technical Skills
1.Strong understanding of security protocols, encryption, authentication, and authorization techniques.
2.Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g. NIST, ISO 27001, etc).
3.Proficient in security tools and technologies such as firewalls, API gateways, Security Event and Incident Management (SEIM), Intrusion detection systems (IDS), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and endpoint protection.
4.Solid understanding of Security principles and strategies utilized to detect and manage threat actors
5.Broad understanding of Technologies utilized across the Security Landscape
6.Familiarity with different types of UML diagrams.
7.Familiarity with Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN).

Communication
1.Excellent communication, with the ability to present complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
2.Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, IT, compliance and business teams.
3.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex security issues.

Soft Skills
1.Strong sense of initiative and ownership.
2.Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of quality and security.
3.Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities.
4.Self-starter with a proactive approach to identify and solving security challenges.

***PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.***

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Designs solution roadmaps, according to business strategies and processes in solution architecture, through client requirement analysis, cross-team collaboration and problem resolution.
• Designs solution roadmaps, and system and software architecture according to business strategies and solution architecture standards/processes.
• Analyzes client requirements and determines appropriate solutions to these requirements based on business needs.
• Resolves routine to moderately complex problems and issues in solution architecture; assesses any potential risks and determines solutions to these risks.
• Works with other solution architecture staff, technology experts and business stakeholders to provide functional support to clients on solution architecture updates.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills
Competitive Advantages, Customer Solutions, Design, Detail-Oriented, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Machine Learning (ML), Problem Solving, Risk Assessments, Technical Knowledge, Work Initiative

Competencies
Analytical Thinking, Effective Communications, Effectiveness Measurement, Industry Knowledge, Planning: Tactical, Strategic, Platform Architecture, Problem Solving, Software Product Design/Architecture, The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF)

Work Experience
Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education
Bachelors

Certifications
No Required Certification(s)

Licenses
No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $91,000.00 - $202,800.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 06/11/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.