Security Architect-AI

ROLE SUMMARY

The Security Architect is a senior level cybersecurity professional responsible for designing, implementing, and advising on secure cloud and enterprise security solutions that protect business operations while enabling innovation. This individual serves as a trusted advisor across infrastructure, application development, cybersecurity, audit, and business teams to ensure security is embedded into technology decisions.

In this role, you will architect resilient cloud environments, guide secure application and infrastructure design, and develop strategies to address emerging threats. You will work closely with technical and business stakeholders to elevate the organization’s security posture, reduce risk, and implement scalable security solutions across public, private, and hybrid cloud platforms.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Architect, design, and implement secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions across SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS environments

• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices aligned with industry frameworks and regulatory requirements

• Design security controls for identity and access management, encryption, logging, monitoring, vulnerability management, and data protection

• Advise project teams on secure application and infrastructure configurations throughout the development and deployment lifecycle

• Implement and support cloud security technologies including CWPP, CSPM, and cloud native security solutions

• Automate cloud provisioning and security controls using infrastructure as code and configuration management tools

• Partner with cybersecurity, IT, and application development teams to investigate incidents, reduce attack surfaces, and improve organizational resilience

• Assess emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and risks while recommending proactive security improvements and strategic initiatives

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• 5 to 10 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity operations with a strong focus on cloud security architecture

• Proven experience designing and securing cloud environments within AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, or multi cloud ecosystems

• Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, cybersecurity principles, zero trust security models, IAM, encryption, API security, and vulnerability management

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code and automation technologies such as Terraform, Chef, Puppet, Salt, Ansible, or similar tools

• Proficiency with Kubernetes, containerized platforms, microservices architectures, and scripting languages including Python, JavaScript, or Bash

• Knowledge of security and compliance frameworks including NIST, CIS, Cloud Security Alliance, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, SOC, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI, or related standards

• Preferred certifications include CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, GCIH, GCFA, FE

• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor technical teams, influence stakeholders, and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

WHY JOIN THIS OPPORTUNITY

• Opportunity to architect and influence enterprise cloud security strategy

• Exposure to modern cloud technologies and large scale cybersecurity initiatives

• Collaborative environment focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth

• Ability to work closely with executive leadership and cross functional technology teams