Urgent Requirement for :: Security & Cloud Architect :: Frisco, TX

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Job Title: Security & Cloud Architect
Location: Frisco, TX                               

Required skills

  • Accountable for translating private cloud implementation into a well-defined blueprint that uses Cloud Security Products to enhance  IT security. Understands the vision and enabler to autonomously cater to user needs.
  • Experience across cloud, Kubernetes, Identity Authorization supporting Zero Trust, SIEM, security logging, modern agile delivery practices.
  • In-depth knowledge of system design and architecture with the technologies and experience implementing a wide range of solutions
  • Delivered hybrid cloud architectures that are secure, resilient, scale and adhere to best-practice procedures. (AWS, Microsoft Azure, GCP)​
  • Deep understanding of cloud computing principles, including virtualization, containerization, microservices, and serverless computing; Risk Management, RHCOS security, container security, Kubernetes security, IAM security, network security, auditing, encryption, secrets management and data protection, securing CI/CD
  • Manage the selection and architecture of cloud security tools and controls, including existing enterprise tools that can extend into the cloud, cloud-native security controls and third-party offerings.​
  • Develop IAM architectures where Identity becomes the new perimeter and moves defenses from static, network-based perimeters to focus on users, assets, and resources. (IGA, IDaaS, PAM, MFA)​
  • Advances knowledge of Identity Security concepts, least-privilege, separation of duties, and Zero trust design principles.
  • Experience with IAM Policy ‘as code’ ; OPA – Open Policy Agent (Styra Enterprise version of OPA); Cedar – Aws opensource policy agent
  • Ability to be a technically strong individual with an IT Security background who has demonstrated skill in managing product teams; solid understanding of how IT Security enhances Digital Transformation and identifies new ways of helping bring new business solutions to market while remaining secure
  • Leading a team of IAM, network structuring, and enhancing the self-service experience.
  • Act as a Thought Leader to stakeholders such as CISOs and executive sponsor with regards to emerging technologies and market trends
  • Accountable for customer orientated communications plan, focusing on strategic business value
  • Work closely with the project team, CISO to manage and govern security forums with CISOs, NITSOs, CIOs and CTOs

 

Competencies:

Enterprise Architecture​

Certificate management​

Cybersecurity Strategy​

Identity and Access Management​

Project Management & Planning​

Zero trust​

Governance Risk and Compliance​

Privileged account security​

Cyber threat management​

Data governance & security​

Functional cybersecurity operations​

Business continuity management​

DevSecOps practices​

Vulnerability management​

Microservices and container security​

Threat management

Hybrid cloud security​

SIEM & SOAR

 

Frameworks:

  • ISO 27001​, NIST CSF, NIST SSDF​, CIS controls​, OWASP Top 10, SAMM​, GDPR, SOX type 1 & 2​, TOGAF ​

 

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 15 years of qualified experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science(s), information technology/security, systems engineering or relevant work experience
  • Good to have Professional certifications in information technology and cloud security — CISSP preferred CISM (optional), CCSP (optional), CISA (optional), CEH (optional), OSCP (optional); Architect Certification,

 

*If interested, revert back with your updated resume.


From:
Romi,
Appian Infotech Inc.
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