Principal Security Architect

Arm; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Bengaluru is looking for a Security Architect to enhance its security posture. The candidate will leverage over 7 years of experience in security architecture, collaborating with diverse teams to create resilient security frameworks. Responsibilities include designing scalable security architectures, conducting risk assessments, and mentoring security teams. This role offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supporting individual performance and well-being.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of practical experience in designing and implementing security architecture.
• Proven lead experience in large-scale, complex environments.
• Familiarity with security and architecture standards & frameworks such as NIST.

Responsibilities

• Design enterprise-level security architectures that scale with business growth.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate security seamlessly into design.
• Conduct threat modelling, risk assessments, and architecture reviews.

Skills

Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Network infrastructure

Data protection

Zero-trust principles

Endpoints security

Application security

Infrastructure security

DevSecOps

Automation

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity

Tools

CISSP

CISM

CCSP

CCNP Security

SIEM

Job description

Job ID 2025-16464 Date posted 10/02/2026 Location Bengaluru, India Category Security

Job Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Security Architect with deep experience working in complex technology environments to shape how Arm secures its global workforce and systems. Reporting directly into the director of enterprise security architecture, this role will be instrumental in our next phase of maturity and will support teams across Arm in delivering robust, scalable and resilient security architectures.

Responsibilities

• Architect for resilience: Design enterprise-level security architectures that scale with business growth and evolving threats.
• Enable secure innovation: Collaborate with product, engineering, and infrastructure teams to integrate security seamlessly into design and delivery.
• Lead with insight: Conduct threat modelling, risk assessments, and architecture reviews to strengthen enterprise defences.
• Drive alignment: Translate business goals into secure design standards, frameworks, and technology roadmaps.
• Build capability: Mentor architects and engineers to uplift security awareness, expertise, and accountability across the organization.

Required Skills And Experience

• 7+ years of practical experience in designing and implementing security architecture, with proven lead experience in large-scale, complex environments.
• Expertise in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), network infrastructure, data protection, and zero-trust principles.
• Familiarity with security and architecture standards & frameworks such as NIST, SOC2, MITRE ATT&CK, SABSA, TOGAF, Zero Trust etc.
• Strong technical foundation in endpoints, network, application, and infrastructure security, with hands‑on understanding of DevSecOps and automation.
• Lead with passion and empathy by supporting individuals and the wider team.
• Excellent communicator who can simplify complexity, influence decisions, and align technology strategy with business outcomes.

Nice To Have Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related technical subject area!
• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CCNP Security) and familiarity with AI/ML applications in security.
• Experience SIEM, security integration and security automation!

In Return

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Accommodations at Arm

At Arm, we want to build extraordinary teams. If you need an adjustment or an accommodation during the recruitment process, please email

Hybrid Working at Arm

Arm’s approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team’s needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.

Equal Opportunities at Arm

Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.