Cloud IT Security Architect Specialist

As a Cloud Security Architect, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the security of our cloud-based systems and applications

This position blends technical expertise, DevSecOps practices, and architectural design principles to create and maintain robust security solutions aligned with modern security models

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain security measures that protect our organizations data, infrastructure, and applications in cloud environments

Architectural Design Design, implement, and maintain cloud security architecture that meets the organizations strategic security objectives while enabling business agility and innovation

Technical Expertise Provide expert guidance on cloud security best practices, including identity and access management, encryption, network security, and data protection

Stay abreast of emerging threats and security technologies to enhance security posture continuously

DevSecOps Integration Integrate security into the DevOps pipeline by automating security controls, implementing security testing, and promoting a culture of security throughout the development lifecycle

Risk Management Assess security risks associated with cloud environments and develop strategies to mitigate these risks effectively

Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses

Compliance and Governance Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal security policies

Develop and maintain security documentation, including policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines

Incident Response and Monitoring Design and implement incident response plans and procedures for cloud-based systems

Establish robust monitoring and alerting mechanisms to detect and respond to security incidents in a timely manner

Collaboration and Communication Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization, including IT teams, development teams, business units, and external partners, to align security initiatives with business objectives

Communicate complex security concepts effectively to technical and non-technical audiences

What you bring

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
  
  Masters degree or relevant certifications (e
  
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  , CISSP, CCSK, AWS Certified Security - Specialty) preferred
  
  
• Proven experience in cloud security architecture design and implementation, preferably in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
  
  
• Strong understanding of cloud-native security services and features, such as AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Azure Active Directory, and Google Cloud Identity
  
  
• Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, WAF, and vulnerability management solutions
  
  
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash
  
  
• Solid understanding of DevOps practices and tools, such as CI/CD pipelines, configuration management, and infrastructure as code
  
  
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex technical and business requirements and propose effective security solutions
  
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
  
  

• A competitive salary and benefits
• A variety of career development tools, resources and opportunities
• Varied and challenging work to help you grow your technical skillset