Security Architect

Cloud security ArchitectCompany DescriptionOur client is an innovation and transformation consultancy that work using the latest cutting-edge technologies. Using their vast global network of FTSE 100 and Fortune 500 clients, they’re offering amazing opportunities for personal development and creative freedoms to achieve your personal ambitions.Job DescriptionLead architectural reviews of client cloud implementations against best practice, relevant threats and acceptable risksDefine and implement cloud security strategies and roadmaps (for both design and remediation activities)Collaborate across strategy, transformation, and digital engineering parts to develop and manage the implementation of secure cloud architecturesProvide support to building the cloud security capability by helping build a wider community and assist in keeping the DTCS team up to date on vendor platform changes, new architectural approaches and best practiceSetup architecture examples and proof of concepts on vendor platforms to illustrate best practiceQualifications A proven track record, of working with one or more of the main cloud vendor platforms (AWS, Azure & GCP)Good understanding of security tooling for cloud as well as security automationISC2 CISSP accreditation or equivalent internationally recognised membershipDemonstratable background in security architecture including experience in designing and implementing technology solutions using firewall, secure networks, IDS / IPS, and IDAM systemsA firm grasp of the threat actors and mitigations for technology risks and a keenness for learning and keeping pace with technology and ways of workingExperience of leading the design & architecture of cloud capabilities, including managing operational risk and assuranceHands-on-experience working in roles across all phases of the portfolio, programme and project lifecyclesFamiliarity with relevant cyber security standards, to include NIST CSF, ISO 27001 and broader views of good practice