Network Security Architect

Circle K Business Centre supports Circle K Europe operations and is part of Alimentation Couche Tard Inc., a global convenience retail company with operations in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Circle K operates approximately 12,300 sites across multiple regions and employs more than 100,000 merchants worldwide.

• Experience architecting secure network infrastructures within enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, and OCI, and security best practices in cloud networking.
• Expertise in security design and implementation using Palo Alto and Fortinet firewall solutions.
• Solid understanding of Cisco switching and routing technologies at an architectural level.
• Thorough knowledge of compliance and security standards such as PCI DSS, GDPR, and NIST.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in network security, preferably in architecture or design roles.
• Preferred certifications include CISSP, CCSP, PCNSE, NSE, or equivalents.

Nice to have:

• Exceptional analytical thinking and strategic planning skills.
• Strong communication abilities for technical information presentation to executives and business stakeholders.
• Experience working effectively in global, cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail combined with strategic oversight.
• Ability to anticipate security needs and respond swiftly with architectural solutions.

• Develop and lead the strategic design of secure network architectures aligned with enterprise security policies and industry best practices.
• Evaluate existing network infrastructures to identify gaps and vulnerabilities and architect comprehensive security solutions.
• Establish security architecture standards, guidelines, and frameworks for cloud environments and data center networks.
• Perform security reviews of network architecture plans and provide expert-level advice and technical guidance.
• Collaborate with security governance and compliance teams to ensure network security architectures meet compliance requirements (PCI DSS, GDPR, NIST).
• Provide technical leadership in responding to security incidents by analyzing threats and recommending architectural solutions.
• Stay informed on evolving cyber threats and recommend enhancements to maintain robust security defenses.

This position is located in Poland. The company applies Internal Notification and Follow-up Actions Procedures for whistleblowers regarding reporting violations of law. Diversity and inclusion principles are upheld, ensuring no discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected statuses.