Project Role : Security Architect
Project Role Description : Define the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring it meets the business requirements and performance goals. Document the implementation of the cloud security controls and transition to cloud security-managed operations.
Must have skills : Cloud Security Architecture
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 3 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

"Summary As a Cloud Security Architect, you’ll lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable cloud environments across Azure and AWS. You’ll define security strategies, build landing zones, and guide secure migrations to the cloud. With deep hands-on expertise in cloud security and strong stakeholder engagement, you’ll drive controls, automate security practices, and support teams in delivering cloud-native solutions aligned with business, compliance, and operational goals. Roles & Responsibilities -Design and implement Azure and AWS security architecture with a focus on landing zones and enterprise-scale security design -Define IAM, network segmentation, encryption, and data protection controls with security best practices while aligning with enterprise architecture standards -Lead threat modeling, architecture risk assessments, and security reviews for migration projects -Collaborate with engineering, Azure DevOps, and compliance teams to embed security into pipelines and deployments -Engage stakeholders on cloud security risks, migration strategies, and best practices -Integrate and automate security tooling (Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Purview, Key Vault, GuardDuty) -Guide secure CI/CD practices and container hardening using Azure DevOps pipelines and GitHub Actions -Develop security reference architectures, migration playbooks, documentation, and handover materials Professional & Technical Skills: - Deep knowledge of Azure services: Azure AD, Key Vault, Virtual Network, Firewall, Private Link, Security Center, Policy, Monitor, Purview, Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, App Gateway, NSG/ASG, AKS -Strong AWS knowledge: IAM, KMS, Security Hub, Guard Duty, Control Tower, VPC, EKS, CloudTrail, Config -Support the cloud transformation team by assisting in the secure implementation of Azure services, including ExpressRoute, Entra ID, subscriptions, hub-and-spoke VNets, firewalls, landing zones, and monitoring solutions • Proficient in Terraform, Bicep, Python, PowerShell, etc. • Hands-on experience with CSPM, CNAPP, CWPP tools (e.g., Prisma, Wiz) • Experience in secure cloud migrations and hybrid integrations • Familiar with CIS, NIST, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, and other compliance frameworks • Skilled in secure CI/CD pipelines, policy automation, and DevSecOps practices using Azure DevOps and GitHub • Effective communicator with strong stakeholder and team leadership skills • Structured and detailed in documentation and architecture delivery Additional Information • 4+ years of experience in security architecture with strong Azure and AWS expertise • Proven experience in cloud migrations and landing zone implementation • This role is based in our Bengaluru office • 15 years of full-time education required"15 years full time education

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