Cloud Security Architect

Overview As Cloud Security Architect, you will define and govern cloud security across multi-cloud and hybrid environments, partnering with engineering and business teams to deliver secure, scalable cloud solutions. You’ll lead security architecture reviews for cloud transformations and SaaS, while driving Zero Trust and secure-by-design practices. You’ll shape enterprise security standards to align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices, enabling the firm’s digital transformation with resilient cloud platforms. Compensation / Benefitscomprehensive benefits program401K with company matchinsurance coverage (life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability)paid time off including vacation and sick leaveEmployee Assistance Programincentive compensation and performance-based awards ResponsibilitiesDesign and maintain cloud security architectures, standards, patterns, and reference models across multi-cloud and hybrid-cloud environmentsIntegrate security controls into cloud platforms and services with engineering, infrastructure, and application teamsLead security architecture reviews for cloud transformation initiatives, cloud-native apps, containers, Kubernetes platforms, and SaaS solutionsDefine and govern cloud security capabilities including IAM, network security, data protection, encryption, logging, monitoring, and security automationIdentify cloud security risks and develop mitigation strategies aligned with enterprise risk management and regulatory requirementsDrive adoption of Zero Trust, secure-by-design, and cloud-native security principlesEvaluate emerging cloud security technologies and industry trends to support future-state architecture strategies Key requirementsExtensive experience in cloud security architecture across AWS, Azure, and Google CloudProven ability to design and implement enterprise-scale cloud security architecturesStrong understanding of IAM, data protection, encryption, network security, and infrastructure securityExperience with containers, Kubernetes, DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as CodeAbility to develop enterprise security standards, governance frameworks, and secure-by-design practicesProfessional certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer or equivalent preferredExperience in financial services or highly regulated industries preferredStrong communication and stakeholder managementAnalytical and risk-based decision-makingCollaborative and influencing across cross-functional teamsCloud security architecture across AWS, Azure, GCPCloud-native technologies and modern infrastructure platformsIdentity and access management (IAM)