Cloud Security Architect

Job Description:Design security-first architectures for Azure workloads, including secure network designs, identity protection, and data encryption.Implement zero-trust security principles with Azure services like Conditional Access, Azure Firewall, and Azure Bastion.Solid background in IT risk assessments, and knowledge of good security practices and controls used in applications and infrastructure.A solid understanding of security and security tools in 1 or many of the following areas: network, operating systems, databases, encryption, access controlsTranslate technical vulnerabilities and security risks into business risk terminology for business units and recommend corrective actions to customers and project stakeholders.Ability to document and produce meaningful artefacts on risk assessments, engagement Statements of Work, process, minimum security baselines and presentations on security risks.Manage customer expectations and deliver quality security consulting services while balancing business objectives with security requirements.Ability to partner with technical teams in a practical manner when conflicting interests arise while preserving core security principles and policies.Ability to proactively lead, own and research security related subject matters when required to take a position or resolve issues.Ability to lead a cross functional team to facilitate and enhance the understanding & compliance to security policies.Qualifications:A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in an Information Security or Information Technology discipline.Working experience in performing security risk assessments for information systems and developing appropriate risk treatment and mitigation options to address security risks identified during security reviews or risk assessments.Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates and Bicep.Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and project management skills.Flexibility to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change.An SSCP or other ISC(2) designationOne or more years of experience with application development, Agile Methodology, DevOps, Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery, and IoT security.Knowledge or experience with cloud services (e.g. Azure, GCP, etc…) and security of those cloud services and applications.Knowledge of common information security standards and risk analysis methodologies, such as: ISO 27001/27002, NIST, PCI, COBIT, ISF IRAM2, and OWASP.