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: Application Security Architecture and Design

Good to have skills: NA

Minimum 2 year(s) of experience is required

Educational Qualification: 15 years full time education

Summary:

As a Security Architect, you will be responsible for performing Security Architecture Reviews and Threat Modeling to identify potential security weaknesses in applications and systems. Your typical day will involve collaborating with development, infrastructure, and business teams to understand system design, data flows, and trust boundaries. You will define security requirements and recommend appropriate controls to address identified threats. Additionally, you will document security architecture, threat scenarios, and mitigation strategies, ensuring security is integrated into the design phase and maintained throughout the application lifecycle.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Expected to perform SAR & TM independently.
• Required active participation/contribution in team discussions.
• Contribute in providing solutions to work related problems.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance security processes and frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into all phases of project development.

Professional & Technical Skills:

• Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Application Security Architecture and Design and Threat Modeling.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and practices.
• Experience with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and application security testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with risk assessment and management processes.

Additional Information:

• The candidate should have minimum 2 years of experience in Application Security Architecture and Design.
• This position is based at our Bengaluru office.
• A 15 years full time education is required.

15 years full time education

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