Security Architect

8119 ASOL Gurgaon 5 SEZ Company; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Security Architect to define the cloud security framework and architecture, aligning with business requirements and performance goals. You will document security controls, oversee transition to cloud-managed operations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine security strategies.

The role requires expertise in cloud security, risk assessment, and compliance with standards such as ISO 27001 and NIST.

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years of experience in security architecture and cloud security.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and best practices.
• Experience with risk assessment and management methodologies.
• Ability to design and implement security architectures for cloud environments.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Aim to perform independently and become a subject matter expert (SME).
• Participate actively in team discussions and contribute to solutions.
• Assist in developing and documenting security policies and procedures.
• Evaluate and recommend security tools and technologies to enhance cloud security.

Skills

Program Project Management

Cloud security principles

Risk assessment & management

Security architecture design

Compliance awareness (ISO/NIST/GDPR)

Education

15 years full time education

Job description

Project Role

Project Role : Security Architect

Project Role Description

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 : Program Project Management Good to have skills : NA Minimum 3 year(s) of experience is required Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

Summary

Summary: As a Security Architect, you will define the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring it meets the business requirements and performance goals. Your typical day will involve collaborating with various teams to assess security needs, documenting security controls, and overseeing the transition to cloud security-managed operations. You will engage in discussions to refine security strategies and ensure compliance with industry standards, all while adapting to the evolving landscape of cloud technologies and security threats.

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.
• Assist in the development and documentation of security policies and procedures.
• Evaluate and recommend security tools and technologies to enhance cloud security.

Professional & Technical Skills

• Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Program Project Management.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and best practices.
• Experience with risk assessment and management methodologies.
• Ability to design and implement security architectures for cloud environments.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or GDPR.

Additional Information

• The candidate should have minimum 3 years of experience in Program Project Management.
• This position is based at our Gurugram office.
• A 15 years full time education is required.

About Accenture

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