Security Architect
Core
Define and drive cloud and enterprise security architecture, establishing governance frameworks and embedding security throughout the technology ecosystem.
Role type
Strategic Security Architect
Builds
Enterprise security architecture, governance frameworks, secure cloud infrastructures, and security strategy roadmaps
Domain
Cybersecurity, Cloud Security (AWS, GCP), Enterprise Architecture
Required skills
Cloud security architecture, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Zero Trust models, Secure SDLC/DevSecOps, Threat modeling, Risk analysis, Compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, SOX), Incident response, Container/Kubernetes security, Web application security testing, Network vulnerability scanning, Unix systems, Security metrics/KPIs
Preferred skills
AI/LLM security architecture, Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM), Wiz remediation strategies, SIEM architecture, Vulnerability management, Penetration testing
Technologies
AWS, GCP, Docker, Kubernetes, Trivy, Aqua Security, OWASP, NIST, COBIT, SIEM, CI/CD pipelines
Responsibilities
Own and evolve enterprise security architecture and long-term roadmaps; Define organizational security principles and standards; Lead security audits, assessments, and remediation plans; Design and implement IAM architecture and secure network segmentation; Lead Secure SDLC and integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines; Mentor development and DevOps teams on secure coding practices; Lead security architecture for emerging technologies like AI/LLM; Drive incident response management and security policy development.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership