Senior Director, Cloud Security Architect

Pearson; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

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:

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

Required Qualifications:

• 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).
• Experience with security tools and technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, SIEM, and vulnerability scanning tools.
• Strong understanding of secure coding practices and knowledge of common web application vulnerabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications:

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