Principal Cloud Security Architect

National Grid; Waltham (MA); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Cloud Security Architect to enhance its Cybersecurity team. This role is crucial for designing and maintaining robust security architecture across cloud infrastructures like Azure, AWS, and GCP. The ideal candidate will leverage their deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience to identify security gaps, implement solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards. If you are innovative and eager to contribute to a transformative digital journey, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of cloud security.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Collaborative Team Culture

Career Advancement Opportunities

Health Benefits

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of cloud security and network security concepts.
• Extensive hands-on experience with major cloud providers and security tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure cloud infrastructure configurations.
• Monitor cloud security posture and conduct regular security assessments.

Skills

Cloud Security Concepts

Network Security

Data Protection

Identity Management

Threat Modeling

Scripting (Python, PowerShell)

Collaboration Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure Security Center

AWS Security Hub

GCP Security Command Center

CNAPP tools

Job description

Waltham, MA, US, 02451 Hicksville, NY, US, 11801 Brooklyn, NY, US, 11217

Division: Security Services

Job Type:

Requisition Number: 62014

Department:

Job Function: Information Technology

About us

At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that. National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen. As we generate momentum in the energy transition for all, we don’t plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark. So, join us as a Principal Cloud Security Architect, and find your superpower. We need you!

We want to find an innovative, adaptable, and results-oriented Principal Cloud Security Architect for our Cybersecurity team. This position can be located in Brooklyn, NY, Hicksville, NY, or Waltham, MA (candidates may also reside in either Connecticut, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, or Maine). If you yearn to be innovative, contribute new ideas, and play a critical part in our Cloud Security organization, we want to hear from you!

What you'll do

As a Principal Cloud Security Architect, you'll design, implement, and maintain a robust security architecture across National Grid’s cloud infrastructure in Azure, AWS, GCP, as well as its large PaaS and SaaS footprints. You'll proactively identify security gaps, define security standards, and lead the remediation of security risks to deliver continuous improvement initiatives and to ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices. You'll also combine excellent relationship and collaboration skills, deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience with major cloud providers and emerging cloud security technologies, proficiency with DevOps and automation, and a practical approach to real-world risk reduction to solve complex security problems. Additionally, you will:

• Design and implement secure cloud infrastructure configurations including network segmentation, access controls, and account architecture.
• Assist with the selection, and lead the implementation of security solutions across Azure, AWS, and other major cloud providers.
• Develop, implement, and socialize technical patterns, standards, and guidance for cloud infrastructure and applications.
• Monitor cloud security posture and conduct regular security assessments and risk analysis to identify vulnerabilities and prioritize remediation efforts.
• Automate security policies and workflows using scripting languages and cloud native security tools to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Assist with incident response activities for cloud-related security incidents, including investigation, containment, remediation, and post-mortem analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Business project teams, Cloud Center of Excellence, DevOps, Engineering, Compliance) to integrate security practices into cloud deployments.

About you

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the proven ability to build strong relationships with diverse IT and business stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of cloud security concepts, including network security, data protection, identity management, and threat modeling across major cloud providers.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Azure, AWS, GCP and other major cloud providers and security tools and technologies (Azure Security Center, AWS Security Hub, GCP Security Command Center, CNAPP tools, etc.).
• Strong security foundations to include experience with network security, vulnerability management, penetration testing, security operations, and application security; fundamental security concepts such as encryption, secure protocols and best in class solutions.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) for automation and security orchestration.
• Familiarity with ICS/SCADA/OT environments and architecture, along with industry-relevant standards such as NIST, CIS benchmarks, CSA CCM, and NERC CIP.

More Information

Are you the right fit for this exciting role? You want to learn more about the position and National Grid's ambitious Digital Transformation? Then let's chat!

Rewarding work and a collaborative, team-oriented culture are just the beginning. Review our digital benefit guide at negbenefitslivebrighter.com for full details and descriptions.

Our organization follows a hybrid work structure in our service territory (NY & MA and adjacent states) where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration. We work with our employees to foster a flexible work schedule.

Dowstate NY $173,000 - $204,000 a year

Massachusetts $162,000 - $191,000 a year

Salary is commensurate with experience and location.

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.