Lead Cyber Security Architect: Cloud, OT & Zero Trust

PwC Zurich; Zürich; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Zurich is seeking an experienced Security Architect to lead the design and delivery of robust cybersecurity architectures for a diverse client base across Cloud, OT, Data & Network.

You will act as lead architect on projects, guide Zero Trust and other domains, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with client IT, risk and compliance teams to embed security into business processes.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Information Security architecture with at least 4 years dedicated to security architecture.
• Cloud, Network, Zero Trust, Data Protection or related domains. Strong advisory mindset.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT, Business IT or related field; certifications are highly desirable.
• Experience with DevSecOps practices and security tooling.
• Excellent mentorship, leadership and communication skills; able to engage executives.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver robust, scalable cybersecurity architectures for diverse clients.
• Act as the lead security architect on projects, guiding best practices.
• Assess client posture and deliver strategic security recommendations.
• Collaborate with client IT, risk, and compliance teams to embed security in business processes.
• Contribute to proposals, client presentations and workshops; mentor team members.

Skills

Information Security architecture

Cloud

Zero Trust

Network security

Data protection

DevSecOps

Mentorship

Stakeholder communication

English fluent

German/French a plus

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT / Business IT

Master's degree in IT / Business IT

CISSP

SABSA

CISM

TOGAF

CCSP

Tools

DevSecOps tooling

Threat modeling tools

Job description

PwC Zurich is seeking an experienced Security Architect to lead the design and delivery of robust cybersecurity architectures for a diverse client base across Cloud, OT, Data & Network.

You will act as lead architect on projects, guide Zero Trust and other domains, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with client IT, risk and compliance teams to embed security into business processes.