Security Architect

Accenture in India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Security Architect in Bengaluru to design and implement a comprehensive cloud security framework. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in Identity Access Management (IAM) and a strong understanding of cloud security principles. The successful candidate will collaborate cross-functionally, document security controls, and ensure compliance with organizational standards. This position emphasizes mentoring junior team members and evaluating emerging technologies to enhance cloud security operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in security architecture, particularly in cloud environments.
• Proficiency in Identity Access Management (IAM) is a must.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles.

Responsibilities

• Define the cloud security framework meeting business requirements.
• Oversight of the documentation of security controls.
• Collaborate with teams to align security architecture with business goals.

Skills

Identity Access Management (IAM)

Microsoft Azure Active Directory

Cloud security principles and best practices

Designing and implementing security controls

Analyzing complex security requirements

Identity governance

Education

15 years full time education

Job description

Project Role

Security Architect

Project Role Description

Define the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring it meets the business requirements and performance goals. Document the implementation of the cloud security controls and transition to cloud security‑managed operations.

Must Have Skills

Identity Access Management (IAM)

Good To Have Skills

Microsoft Azure Active Directory

Minimum Experience Required

Minimum 3 years of experience.

Educational Qualification

15 years full time education.

Summary

As a Security Architect, your day involves designing and establishing a comprehensive cloud security framework that aligns with organizational objectives and operational standards. You will focus on creating detailed architectural plans that support secure cloud environments, ensuring seamless integration with existing business processes. Your role includes overseeing the documentation of security controls and facilitating the smooth transition of these controls into managed cloud security operations, collaborating with various teams to maintain robust security postures throughout the cloud adoption lifecycle.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Expected to perform independently and become an SME.
• Required active participation/contribution in team discussions.
• Contribute in providing solutions to work related problems.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align security architecture with business goals and compliance requirements.
• Continuously evaluate emerging security technologies and recommend enhancements to the cloud security framework.
• Assist in mentoring junior team members to build their expertise in cloud security practices.
• Monitor and review cloud security operations to ensure adherence to defined policies and standards.

Professional & Technical Skills

• Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Identity Access Management (IAM).
• Good To Have Skills: Microsoft Azure Active Directory.
• Strong knowledge of cloud security principles and best practices.
• Experience in designing and implementing security controls within cloud environments.
• Ability to analyze complex security requirements and translate them into effective architectural solutions.
• Familiarity with identity governance, access provisioning, and authentication mechanisms.

Additional Information

• The candidate should have minimum 3 years of experience in Identity Access Management (IAM).
• This position is based at our Bengaluru office.
• A 15 years full time education is required.