Security Architect

Nokia; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Nokia in Bengaluru seeks an Enterprise Security Architect to set security direction across segments and central functions. You will lead cross-functional programs from cloud transformation to AI-driven security automation, balancing strategic vision with hands-on delivery.

Must have deep expertise in Zero Trust, IAM, multi-cloud security, and threat modeling; comfortable with executive communication and regulatory interactions. Join a cloud-first transformation program and drive secure outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years enterprise security architecture experience.
• Expertise in Zero Trust, IAM, multi-cloud security (Azure, GCP, AWS), app and network security; strong threat modeling and standards knowledge (NIST CSF, ISO 27001).
• Executive-level communication and stakeholder influence; ability to present to C-suite and global teams.
• Hands-on with cloud security tooling and scripting; security automation mindset; relevant certifications are a strong differentiator.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional security programs across Nokia's segments and central functions.
• Define security architecture strategies and roadmaps; set company-wide security standards.
• Advise on M&A security due diligence and regulatory interactions with government bodies.
• Oversee cloud-first security transformations spanning Zero Trust, IAM, and multi-cloud environments.
• Identify and remediate vulnerabilities; drive cost-efficient hardening and security automation.

Skills

Zero Trust

IAM

Multi-cloud security

Threat modeling

Security architecture

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in security or related field

Tools

Python

PowerShell

Ansible

Java/C

Job description

As an Enterprise Security Architect, you will be a recognized thought leader, setting the direction for Nokia's security architecture across Business Segments, Central Functions, and strategic technology programs. You will simultaneously lead and influence multiple complex, cross-functional security initiatives - from cloud transformation and Zero Trust adoption to M&A security assessments and AI-driven security automation. This high-impact, high-visibility role is for a security professional who leads with vision, executes with precision, and is energized by the complexity of managing multiple high-priority initiatives at once

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Nokia's enterprise by defining forward-looking security architecture strategies, influencing the company's security roadmap, and establishing security best practices that set the standard across Business Segments, Finance & IT (FIT), and Central Functions.


• Including IT & Business Digitalization initiatives, Nokia Solution Offering assessments (USIT programs, NESC Initiatives securization, UK TSA Privileged Access Workstation...), and corporate infrastructure security transformations from strategic conception through delivery and validation.


• Architect and validate end-to-end security solutions spanning Zero Trust Network Architecture, IAM, multi-cloud security (Azure, GCP, AWS), network and application segmentation, AI security, data protection, and BC/DR cyber resiliency - ensuring seamless integration across DevOps and Agile delivery pipelines.


• Serve as Nokia's Trusted Security Advisor to senior stakeholders across Business Segments and Central Functions, providing authoritative guidance on security strategy, supplier contract risk, M&A security due diligence, and regulatory interactions with government bodies.


• Proactively identify and remediate security vulnerabilities in existing and emerging digital solutions through rigorous security architecture assessments, penetration testing insights, and cost-efficient hardening recommendations - always staying ahead of evolving attack tactics.


• Champion innovation by defining, budgeting, presenting, and delivering new security solutions into Nokia's corporate infrastructure, bridging strategic vision with technical execution in a cloud-first, transformation-driven environment.

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of enterprise security architecture experience with a demonstrated track record of simultaneously leading multiple complex, cross-functional security programs balancing strategic vision with hands-on technical execution across diverse stakeholder groups.


• Deep, broad security architecture expertise: Mastery of modern security domains including Zero Trust, IAM, multi-cloud security (Azure/GCP/AWS), application and network security, AI security, and Software Security - combined with strong fluency in threat modeling frameworks (MITRE, STRIDE, Kill-Chain) and standards such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and DevSecOps methodologies.


• Executive-level communication and stakeholder influence: Exceptional ability to articulate complex security concepts and architectural decisions to both technical and non-technical audiences - including C-suite, BG leadership, government entities, and remote global teams - with outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills.


• Technical depth with an automation mindset: Hands-on experience designing and implementing multi-cloud security environments, supported by solid scripting proficiency (Python, PowerShell, Ansible, Java/C) and a security automation-first approach; relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, OSCP, CEH) are a strong differentiator.

Nice-to-Have:

• Strategic agility in ambiguous environments: Demonstrated ability to rapidly translate complex, evolving threat landscapes and organizational ambiguities into clear, structured, and executable security strategies - thriving in fast-paced, transformational settings.


• Proactive security innovation mindset: A natural inclination to anticipate security gaps before they become incidents, with a passion for researching emerging attack techniques, new defensive technologies, and industry-shaping security trends.


• Collaborative influence across virtual teams: A strong team player who leads by example and builds consensus across geographically distributed, cross-functional teams - convincing stakeholders through data-driven insights and trusted advisory relationships.


• Customer and business-centric security focus: Ability to balance rigorous security requirements with business enablement objectives, ensuring security architecture decisions are pragmatic, cost-efficient, and aligned with Nokia's commercial and strategic goals.