Director, Cloud Solution Architecture

Fortinet, Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity company seeks a Director of Cloud Solution Architecture based in Canada. The role involves driving cloud solution security integration and strategic planning for innovative features. Candidates should have 10+ years in IT architecture with leadership experience and a strong background in cloud technologies like AWS and OpenStack. The position offers a competitive salary range of $160,000 to $180,000 along with comprehensive benefits including paid medical and retirement plans.

Benefits

100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health and Personal Spending Accounts

Employee & Family Assistance Plan

Critical illness and life insurance

Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Paid Time Off and flexible leave policies

Participation in equity program

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in IT architecture focused on cloud technology.
• 5+ years in leadership managing teams of architects and engineers.
• Expertise in public cloud platforms with cloud-native services.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of new cloud features and solutions with emerging technologies.
• Integrate security best practices into cloud architecture design.
• Engage with executive leadership and external partners on cloud strategy.

Skills

Cloud technology management

Leadership

Security integration

Cloud automation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenStack

Job description

Job Description

The Director, Cloud Solution Architecture will play a pivotal role in driving the architecture, development, and security integration of cutting‑edge cloud solutions. This role focuses on planning and executing innovative features across Fortinet own cloud platform while ensuring robust security frameworks are in place. The Director will ensure that both private and hybrid cloud architectures are aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives, while embedding security at every layer of the design and implementation process.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Feature Planning & Innovation:

• Lead the design of new cloud features and solutions, identifying opportunities to integrate emerging technologies (e.g., AI/ML, edge computing) that enhance business capabilities.
• Partner with product and business teams to prioritize and plan new cloud‑based features, ensuring alignment with customer needs and business objectives.
• Establish a roadmap for the continuous evolution of the cloud architecture, ensuring a forward‑looking approach that keeps the organization competitive.

Cloud Security Integration:

• Integrate security best practices into all phases of cloud architecture design and implementation, from initial feature planning to deployment.
• Implement cloud security frameworks, including Could Security Posture Management (CSPM), encryption, secure APIs, and incident response mechanisms.
• Collaborate with risk management teams to develop threat models and implement security solutions that minimize risk.
• Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., SOC2, ISO27K, GDPR, HIPAA), performing regular audits and remediation.

Stakeholder Management:

• Partner with operation, business, and development teams to ensure new cloud features are aligned with business objectives and deliver value.
• Engage with executive leadership to communicate cloud strategy progress, emphasizing security integrations and new feature development outcomes.
• Collaborate with external vendors and partners to stay ahead of industry trends and leverage cutting‑edge technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in IT architecture, with a significant focus on cloud technology, feature planning, and security integration.
• 5+ years of experience in leadership roles managing teams of architects and engineers.
• Expertise in public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, with a deep understanding of cloud‑native services and feature development.
• Deep expertise in OpenStack architecture, deployment, and management, with experience in networking, storage, compute, and orchestration within private cloud environments.
• Strong understanding of hybrid cloud and multi‑cloud strategies, including workload migration and interoperability across private and public clouds.
• Demonstrated experience in cloud security design and integration, including CSPM, encryption, secure coding, and compliance frameworks.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud automation, DevSecOps, and CI/CD pipelines.
• In‑depth knowledge of security best practices and regulations, including SOC2, ISO27K GDPR, HIPAA, and others.
• Proven ability to plan and execute complex cloud projects that involve new features, optimization, and security controls.

Preferred Skills

• Strong expertise in containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architectures within private cloud environments.
• Experience with multi‑cloud and private cloud architectures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills with a track record of delivering complex cloud projects.

The Canada base salary range for this full‑time position is expected to be between $160,000 - $180,000 annually. Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labour market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate’s subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, and experience.

Fortinet strives to provide you and your family with a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits eligibility starts on your first day of hire and comprises of 100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, including a Health Spending Account and a Personal Spending Account that gives you flexibility to spend where you need it the most. Our Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers you and your family access to various services like counseling, legal advice, mental health resources etc. We also provide critical illness, disability, and life insurance, as well as a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with a company match to help you save faster for retirement. We offer competitive Paid Time Off and flexible leave policies, including paid health days, to help you take care of yourself and your family members.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program. Bonus eligibility is reviewed at time of hire and annually at the Company’s discretion.

Why Join Us

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well‑being. Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.

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