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Lead Information Security Architect, Cloud Security
Posted 12 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and forward-thinking Lead Information Security Architect to join their fully remote security team. This critical role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security architectures, with a strong emphasis on cloud environments. You will lead the development and execution of security strategies that protect the organization's digital assets and sensitive data against evolving threats. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, and best practices for securing cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP). Your responsibilities will include conducting security risk assessments, developing security policies and standards, and overseeing the implementation of security controls across the organization. You will work closely with engineering, IT, and development teams to ensure security is integrated into the entire system development lifecycle. This is a remote-first position, demanding exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to collaborate effectively with dispersed teams and present complex security concepts to various stakeholders. You will be instrumental in defining the organization's security posture, selecting and implementing appropriate security technologies, and responding to security incidents. The ability to stay ahead of emerging threats and vulnerabilities is crucial. You will also be responsible for mentoring junior security analysts and architects, and contributing to the overall security vision and roadmap. Experience with various security domains such as network security, application security, data security, and identity and access management is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement secure architectures for cloud and on-premise environments.
- Lead the assessment of security risks and vulnerabilities across the organization.
- Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and guidelines.
- Oversee the implementation and management of security controls and technologies.
- Collaborate with IT and development teams to ensure security is integrated into system design and development.
- Provide expert guidance on cloud security best practices (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Lead incident response activities and conduct post-incident analysis.
- Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
- Mentor and guide junior security team members.
- Develop and deliver security awareness training programs.
- Contribute to the development of the overall cybersecurity strategy and roadmap.
- Evaluate and recommend new security tools and technologies.
- Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2).
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in information security, with a significant focus on security architecture and cloud security.
- Proven track record of designing and implementing secure enterprise-level security solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of cloud security principles, best practices, and technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Strong understanding of network security, application security, data security, and identity management.
- Experience with security frameworks and compliance standards.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lead and mentor teams in a remote setting.
- Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or CISM are highly desirable.
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Lead Information Security Architect - Cloud Security
Posted 17 days ago
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Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Lead Information Security Architect to design and implement robust cloud security strategies. This is a critical, fully remote role where you will be at the forefront of protecting our digital assets and ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of our sensitive data. You will be responsible for architecting secure cloud environments across platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices. Your expertise will guide the development of security controls, threat detection mechanisms, and incident response plans for cloud-native applications and infrastructure. This includes designing secure network architectures, implementing identity and access management solutions, and managing security configurations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud security principles, container security, DevSecOps practices, and common security vulnerabilities. Experience with security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) tools is highly desirable. You will collaborate closely with development, operations, and compliance teams to embed security throughout the entire development lifecycle. This role requires exceptional leadership and communication skills, enabling you to mentor junior security professionals and effectively articulate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders in a remote setting. You will leverage advanced virtual collaboration platforms to drive security initiatives and maintain a strong security posture across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the security landscape of a forward-thinking company and make a significant impact on protecting our critical information assets in the cloud.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Design and architect secure cloud infrastructure and solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Develop and implement cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.
- Lead the integration of security controls into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.
- Architect and implement identity and access management (IAM) solutions in the cloud.
- Design and deploy security monitoring, logging, and threat detection systems.
- Develop and maintain incident response plans for cloud security events.
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing of cloud environments.
- Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure secure application development.
- Evaluate and recommend security technologies and tools for cloud environments.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance on cloud security best practices.
- Mentor and train junior security engineers and architects.
- Stay current with emerging cloud security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in information security, with a significant focus on cloud security architecture.
- Proven experience designing and implementing security for AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Deep understanding of cloud security principles, frameworks (e.g., CIS Benchmarks), and compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS).
- Expertise in network security, identity and access management, data encryption, and vulnerability management.
- Experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless security.
- Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and security automation tools.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills for remote team management.
- Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty) are a plus.
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Lead Information Security Architect - Cloud Security
Posted 18 days ago
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Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Information Security Architect specializing in Cloud Security to join their elite, fully remote cybersecurity team. This critical role will involve designing, implementing, and managing robust security architectures for our client's cloud-based infrastructure and services. You will be at the forefront of protecting sensitive data and ensuring the integrity and availability of our client's digital assets against evolving threats. Your expertise will guide the development of secure cloud solutions across various platforms and services.
Key Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field, along with a minimum of 8 years of experience in information security, with a strong emphasis on cloud security architecture. Proven experience designing and implementing security solutions for major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is essential. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or cloud-specific security certifications are highly desirable. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required. This role demands a self-starter capable of thriving in an autonomous, remote-first environment, working collaboratively with distributed teams. If you are a seasoned security professional passionate about securing the cloud landscape, we encourage you to apply. This role supports our operations associated with Nakuru, Nakuru, KE , but is performed entirely remotely.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain comprehensive cloud security architectures, policies, and standards.
- Design and implement security controls for cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Evaluate and select appropriate security technologies and solutions for cloud deployments.
- Conduct security risk assessments and penetration testing for cloud infrastructure.
- Develop incident response plans and procedures for cloud-related security events.
- Collaborate with engineering and development teams to ensure security is integrated into the cloud application lifecycle (DevSecOps).
- Provide expert guidance on cloud security best practices, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor cloud security posture and implement continuous security improvements.
- Lead and mentor junior security architects and analysts.
- Stay current with emerging cloud security threats and vulnerabilities.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field, along with a minimum of 8 years of experience in information security, with a strong emphasis on cloud security architecture. Proven experience designing and implementing security solutions for major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is essential. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or cloud-specific security certifications are highly desirable. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required. This role demands a self-starter capable of thriving in an autonomous, remote-first environment, working collaboratively with distributed teams. If you are a seasoned security professional passionate about securing the cloud landscape, we encourage you to apply. This role supports our operations associated with Nakuru, Nakuru, KE , but is performed entirely remotely.
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Lead Information Security Architect - Cloud Security
Posted 9 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Lead Information Security Architect specializing in Cloud Security to join their dynamic and globally distributed team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to design and implement robust security solutions from anywhere. You will be instrumental in defining and overseeing the architecture and implementation of security controls for cloud-based infrastructure and applications.
Your core responsibilities will include designing secure cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), developing security policies and standards, and implementing cutting-edge security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), SIEM solutions, and identity and access management (IAM) systems. You will conduct threat modeling, risk assessments, and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud security best practices, relevant compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR), and a proven ability to architect and deploy scalable security solutions in complex cloud environments. Experience in security automation and orchestration is highly desirable.
We are looking for a thought leader with exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. The ability to articulate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership, is essential. You will lead a team of security professionals, mentor junior architects, and stay abreast of the evolving threat landscape and emerging security technologies. This is a critical role for safeguarding our client's digital assets and ensuring business continuity in a rapidly changing technological landscape, all within a flexible remote work setting.
Location: This position is fully remote. While the company operates globally, there is a significant engineering and cybersecurity presence associated with the region of Embu, Embu, KE , making familiarity with the tech landscape in this area advantageous.
Qualifications:
Your core responsibilities will include designing secure cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), developing security policies and standards, and implementing cutting-edge security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), SIEM solutions, and identity and access management (IAM) systems. You will conduct threat modeling, risk assessments, and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud security best practices, relevant compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR), and a proven ability to architect and deploy scalable security solutions in complex cloud environments. Experience in security automation and orchestration is highly desirable.
We are looking for a thought leader with exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. The ability to articulate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership, is essential. You will lead a team of security professionals, mentor junior architects, and stay abreast of the evolving threat landscape and emerging security technologies. This is a critical role for safeguarding our client's digital assets and ensuring business continuity in a rapidly changing technological landscape, all within a flexible remote work setting.
Location: This position is fully remote. While the company operates globally, there is a significant engineering and cybersecurity presence associated with the region of Embu, Embu, KE , making familiarity with the tech landscape in this area advantageous.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in information security, with a strong focus on cloud security architecture.
- Extensive experience designing and implementing security solutions for AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
- In-depth knowledge of security principles, frameworks, and compliance regulations.
- Experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, WAF, IAM, and endpoint security solutions.
- Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP) are highly desirable.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in a remote environment.
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