Security Architect

Key Responsibilities

• Embed security-by-design principles into application development, cloud, infrastructure, and DevOps processes
• Provide security guidance for architecture designs, solution reviews, and technology roadmaps
• Conduct threat modeling, security risk assessments, and support remediation planning for technology initiatives
• Ensure compliance with enterprise security policies, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with AppSec, Cloud Security, IAM, and SOC teams to manage vulnerabilities, incidents, and security controls
• Track and manage security risks, issues, and exceptions, ensuring timely mitigation
• Support secure SDLC practices including code reviews, security testing, and CI/CD security controls
• Participate in incident response activities and post-incident reviews for security-related incidents
• Prepare and present security posture reports, risks, and metrics to leadership teams

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in information security with strong exposure to application, cloud, or infrastructure security
• Strong understanding of secure architecture, SDLC, DevSecOps, and modern cloud platforms
• Experience in threat modeling, risk management, and vulnerability management
• Knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, and OWASP
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to balance security requirements with business and technology priorities

Preferred

• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent
• Experience working in enterprise or regulated environments