Security Architect: - Cloud + CSPM + GitHub

United States Digital Space LLC; Karnataka; On-site; INR 4,200,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual health check-ups

Insurance coverage

Flexible work hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Persistent is seeking a Security Architect with 12–15 years of experience to lead cloud and CSPM security initiatives. The role focuses on defining secure architectures, threat modelling, and translating standards into concrete controls across Azure/AWS and hybrid environments.

You will mentor teams, drive secure SDLC practices, and ensure governance across policy and regulatory requirements while collaborating with security and engineering stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of experience in Cyber Security, Security Architecture, Cloud Security, or Enterprise Security Engineering.
• Experience designing and governing enterprise security architectures across cloud, infrastructure, applications, and platforms.
• Hands-on with CSPM tools and secure cloud configurations (Azure, AWS, hybrid).
• Ability to translate policies into actionable technical controls and architecture requirements.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain security reference architectures, patterns, and standards across infra, cloud, and product environments.
• Design secure architectures for applications, platforms, integrations, and cloud services.
• Lead threat modelling activities and provide remediation guidance.
• Translate policy frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS) into technical controls and architecture needs.
• Review IAM, network segmentation, monitoring, and cloud configurations for risk.

Skills

Cyber Security

Security Architecture

Cloud Security

CSPM

GitHub

DevSecOps

Threat Modelling

Zero Trust

IAM Models

Data Protection

Tools

Azure

AWS

GitHub Advanced Security

Job description

Job Description

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries.

About Position:

We are looking for a skilled Security Architect: - Cloud + CSPM + GitHub to support security initiatives, delivery excellence, and operational outcomes within the Security Practice.

• Role: Security Architect: - Cloud + CSPM + GitHub
• Location: Bengaluru
• Experience: Between 12 to 15 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You’ll Do:

• Security Architect Security Architecture Design
• Define and maintain security reference architectures, design patterns, and standards across infrastructure, cloud, and product environments
• Design secure architectures for applications, platforms, integrations, and cloud services
• Ensure security-by-design principles are embedded across the full system lifecycle Architecture Review Risk Assessment
• Review new systems, applications, and major changes to identify security risks and architectural gaps
• Perform security architecture assessments and provide structured remediation guidance
• Support threat modelling activities and define appropriate security controls Policy Control Translation
• Translate security policies, standards, and frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS) into actionable technical controls and architecture requirements
• Define security controls related to identity, access, data protection, network segmentation, logging, and monitoring
• Ensure consistency and scalability of security controls across environments Cloud Platform Security
• Define and assess cloud security architectures (Azure, AWS, or hybrid environments)
• Review IAM models, network segmentation, and platform configurations

Expertise You’ll Bring:

• 12-15 years of experience in Cyber Security, Security Architecture, Cloud Security, or Enterprise Security Engineering.
• Proven experience designing and governing enterprise security architectures across cloud, infrastructure, applications, and platform environments.
• Strong knowledge of security-by-design principles, secure architecture frameworks, and zero-trust security models.
• Experience conducting security architecture reviews, security assessments, and risk evaluations for enterprise applications and cloud platforms.
• Strong hands‑on experience in securing cloud environments across Azure, AWS, and Hybrid Cloud platforms.
• Expertise in Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools and practices.
• Experience reviewing and securing Cloud IAM Models
• Network Segmentation
• Security Groups
• Security Policies
• Cloud Configurations
• Data Protection Controls
• Strong understanding of cloud-native security services and governance frameworks.
• Experience implementing cloud security controls aligned with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Hands‑on experience securing GitHub repositories, source code management platforms, and developer ecosystems.
• Experience implementing DevSecOps practices and integrating security controls into CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of GitHub Advanced Security
• Secret Scanning
• Code Security Reviews
• Dependency Management
• Software Supply Chain Security
• Vulnerability Management
• Experience embedding security controls across the software development lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of industry security frameworks and standards including ISO 27001
• NIST
• CIS Benchmarks
• OWASP
• Security Architecture Best Practices
• Experience translating policies, standards, and regulatory requirements into actionable technical controls.
• Ability to define and govern security controls related to Identity & Access Management
• Data Protection
• Logging & Monitoring
• Network Security
• Encryption
• Privileged Access Management
• Experience conducting threat modeling exercises and security architecture reviews.
• Ability to identify architectural risks, security gaps and remediation strategies.
• Strong understanding of Secure Application Architecture
• Attack Surface Analysis
• Security Risk Management
• Vulnerability Assessment
• Threat Detection & Prevention
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Ability to influence architecture decisions across business and technology teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong documentation, governance, and technical review experience.
• Ability to mentor architects, engineers, and security teams on security best practices.
• Relevant experience aligned to the role and security domain.
• Strong communication, documentation, troubleshooting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in structured delivery environments and follow security best practices.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment.

Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.