Senior Director, Cloud Security Architect

Pearson Education
London
1 year ago
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Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Director Cloud Security Architect. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing cloud security solutions to protect our organization's data and infrastructure. As a Senior Director Cloud Security Architect, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to assess security risks, develop security strategies, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The successful candidate will have a strong background in cloud security architecture, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the ability to communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

  1. Develop and implement cloud security architecture strategies, frameworks, and roadmaps to protect our organization's cloud-based infrastructure.
  2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess security risks and provide recommendations for mitigating vulnerabilities.
  3. Design and implement security controls and measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  4. Conduct security assessments, vulnerability testing, and penetration testing to identify and address potential security threats.
  5. Provide guidance and support to development teams on secure coding practices and security best practices.
  6. Stay up to date with the latest trends and advancements in cloud security and recommend improvements to existing security frameworks.
  7. Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to ensure security requirements are incorporated into cloud projects from inception to delivery.
  8. Assist with incident response and investigation efforts in the event of a security breach or incident.
  9. Develop and maintain documentation, including architecture diagrams, security policies, and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

  1. Significant experience in cloud security architecture, with a focus on designing and implementing security solutions in cloud environments in at least two of the three major Cloud Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  2. Experience with security tools and technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, SIEM, and vulnerability scanning tools.
  3. Strong understanding of secure coding practices and knowledge of common web application vulnerabilities.
  4. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to think critically and creatively.
  5. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications:

  1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
  2. Strong knowledge of cloud security best practices, industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST), and compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
  3. Relevant certifications such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and/or Cloud Security Certification is desired.

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