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: Security Penetration Testing

Good to have skills: NA

Minimum 3 year(s) of experience is required

Educational Qualification: 15 years full time education

Summary:

As a Security Architect, you will design and implement comprehensive testing strategies to assess the security posture of web applications, APIs, and infrastructure. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve working closely with cross-functional teams to identify potential vulnerabilities, document findings, and ensure that robust security controls are in place. You will play a critical role in aligning penetration testing activities with organizational goals, making certain that all identified risks are addressed effectively and that best practices in security testing are consistently applied.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Perform security testing on web applications, APIs, and infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
• Conduct penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security audits.
• Develop and execute test plans, scripts, and scenarios to simulate real-world attacks.
• Perform infrastructure penetration testing, including SSH and network devices.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities.
• Provide detailed reports on findings, including risk assessments and recommendations for mitigation.
• Stay up to date with the latest security trends, tools, and techniques.
• Assist in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.

Professional & Technical Skills:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Proven experience in security testing, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments.
• Strong knowledge of web application security, API security, and infrastructure security.
• Familiarity with common security tools and frameworks (e.g., OWASP, Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus, Kali Linux, Qualys, Wireshark, Nmap, etc).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Relevant offensive security certifications (e.g., OSCP, OSCE, eJPT, CRTP) are a plus.
• Knowledge about scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automating tasks and developing custom security tools.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud pentesting (e.g., On-Premises, AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with On-Premises Cloud Infrastructure Pentesting.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and code review.
• Understanding of network security and protocols.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information:

• The candidate should have minimum 3 years of experience in Security Penetration Testing.
• 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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