Lead Security Architect | IDC Technologies | Abu Dhabi, UAE

IDC Technologies, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

IDC Technologies is actively seeking an experienced Lead Security Architect to own enterprise security architecture, multi-cloud defense, and governance from Abu Dhabi. Lead the design and deployment of Azure Security, Defender Suite, Purview, and CNAPP, while directing CSPM and PAM initiatives in a global enterprise setting.

You will drive zero trust adoption, manage SIEM/SOAR configurations, and mentor SOC teams to deliver robust threat resilience under regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, or a related technical discipline.
• Advanced industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert, or AWS Certified Security Specialty.

Responsibilities

• Design, architect, deploy, and govern comprehensive enterprise cybersecurity frameworks and Zero Trust Architecture principles.
• Architect and optimize cloud security controls utilizing Azure Security, CSPM, and CNAPP capabilities.
• Implement and manage Microsoft Defender Suite, Microsoft Purview, and advanced threat protection mechanisms.
• Deploy and oversee CyberArk privileged access management (PAM) and secure credential vaulting solutions.
• Configure, tune, and manage enterprise SIEM and SOAR platforms for automated threat detection and incident response.
• Conduct rigorous security posture assessments, risk evaluations, and cloud architecture reviews across multi-tenant environments.
• Provide expert technical leadership, mentorship, and security guidance to multidisciplinary engineering and SOC teams.
• Author meticulous architectural blueprints, security compliance frameworks, risk assessment reports, and executive advisory briefs.

Skills

Azure Security

Microsoft Defender Suite

Microsoft Purview

Zero Trust Architecture

CNAPP

CSPM

SIEM/SOAR

CyberArk PAM

Cloud security

Security architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology

Tools

Terraform

Job description

Position Summary

IDC Technologies is actively seeking an experienced, high-caliber, and visionary Lead Security Architect with 10+ years of progressive professional experience in cybersecurity, cloud security, and zero trust architecture to join our premier technology team on a full-time permanent on-site basis in Abu Dhabi, UAE. In this critical enterprise security leadership role, you will be responsible for defining, architecting, and governing comprehensive security frameworks, cloud defense postures, and identity protection systems. You will leverage your deep specialist expertise in Azure Security, Microsoft Defender Suite, CyberArk, Microsoft Purview, SIEM/SOAR platforms, CSPM, CNAPP, and Zero Trust Architecture to deliver uncompromised data protection, threat resilience, and compliance. This opportunity offers competitive compensation, executive technical visibility, and exceptional career growth prospects within a leading global technology solutions and staffing enterprise.

Detailed Job Description

As a Lead Security Architect based on-site in Abu Dhabi, UAE, you will take full operational, tactical, and strategic ownership of enterprise security architecture, multi-cloud defense strategies, threat intelligence integration, and security governance frameworks. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing robust Azure security architectures, implementing Microsoft Defender Suite and Microsoft Purview, deploying CyberArk privileged access management, configuring advanced SIEM/SOAR solutions, managing Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and Cloud‑Native Application Protection Platforms (CNAPP), and driving Zero Trust Architecture adoption across global enterprise environments. You will utilize your proactive problem-solving and executive leadership skills to resolve complex security bottlenecks under strict regulatory standards.

• Design, architect, deploy, and govern comprehensive enterprise cybersecurity frameworks and Zero Trust Architecture principles.
• Architect and optimize cloud security controls utilizing Azure Security, CSPM, and CNAPP capabilities.
• Implement and manage Microsoft Defender Suite, Microsoft Purview, and advanced threat protection mechanisms.
• Deploy and oversee CyberArk privileged access management (PAM) and secure credential vaulting solutions.
• Configure, tune, and manage enterprise SIEM and SOAR platforms for automated threat detection and incident response.
• Conduct rigorous security posture assessments, risk evaluations, and cloud architecture reviews across multi-tenant environments.
• Provide expert technical leadership, mentorship, and security guidance to multidisciplinary engineering and SOC teams.
• Author meticulous architectural blueprints, security compliance frameworks, risk assessment reports, and executive advisory briefs.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive professional experience in cybersecurity, enterprise security architecture, and cloud defense.
• Strong, demonstrable hands‑on expertise in Azure Security, Microsoft Defender Suite, and Microsoft Purview governance.
• Deep practical experience deploying CyberArk privileged access solutions and enterprise SIEM/SOAR platforms.
• Practical knowledge of Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), CNAPP, and Zero Trust Architecture frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, architectural design, and executive leadership capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills with strong stakeholder presentation and cross‑functional management abilities.
• Mandatory UAE physical residency and current availability in the UAE (immediate joiners to candidates available within 30 days preferred).

• Advanced industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert, or AWS Certified Security Specialty.
• Prior professional working experience in top‑tier technology consulting firms, banking institutions, or large enterprise environments in the GCC.
• Hands‑on familiarity with infrastructure as code (Terraform), container security, and DevSecOps pipelines.
• Direct contribution to enterprise security transformation and cloud migration programs.

Recruiter: IDC Technologies Human Resources & Recruitment Division

Contact Name: IDC Technologies Recruitment Team

Email: [e-mail]

Company Website: https://www.idctechnologies.com

Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Executive UAE Enterprise Package

Deadline: Open until filled (Urgent Abu Dhabi On-Site Opening)

Notice Period: Immediate Joiners to 30 Days Preferred

Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time On-Site Engagement (Abu Dhabi, UAE)