Security Architect

Informagroupplc; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Informagroupplc is seeking a strategic Security Architect to define and drive cloud and enterprise security architecture from our Newton, MA office. You will own the security architecture vision, establish governance, and partner with Product, Engineering, and Infrastructure teams to embed security across our technology ecosystem.

The role leads security strategy, roadmaps, and KPIs, ensuring ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and SOX compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of cybersecurity experience with deep cloud security expertise.
• Proven track record leading enterprise security architecture in multi-cloud environments.
• Deep understanding of cloud security best practices around AWS, GCP.
• Experience with automated threat detection tools and centralized logging/SIEM.
• Knowledge of VPC design, perimeter controls, and data exfiltration prevention.
• Identity and Access Management (IAM) best practices.
• Web application security testing using OWASP.
• Network vulnerability scanning and secure SDLC/DevSecOps integration.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive our cloud and enterprise security architecture strategy.
• Own security architecture governance with roadmaps and reference architectures for cloud, hybrid, and on-prem environments.
• Establish security principles, frameworks, and standards aligned with business needs and regs.
• Lead security audits, remediation plans, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Design secure cloud infrastructures and hybrid protections scalable with business growth.
• Lead Secure SDLC and embed security controls in CI/CD pipelines with DevOps alignment.
• Mentor DevOps and development teams on secure coding and threat models.
• Partner with Product, Engineering, and Infrastructure leaders to align security with innovation.

Skills

Cloud security

Zero Trust

IAM

Threat modeling

DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Master's preferred

Tools

SIEM

CIEM

CSPM

Wiz remediation

Job description

This role is based in our Newton, MA office.

We are seeking a strategic Security Architect to define and drive our cloud and enterprise security architecture. You will own the security architecture vision, establish governance frameworks, and partner with Product, Engineering, and Infrastructure teams to embed security throughout our technology ecosystem.

Core Responsibilities

• Strategic Architecture & Governance
• Own and evolve the enterprise security architecture, including long-term roadmap and reference architectures for cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments
• Define organizational security principles, frameworks, and standards that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements
• Develop and present security strategy, roadmaps, and strategic initiatives to executive leadership and stakeholders
• Establish security metrics and KPIs to measure architecture effectiveness and communicate security posture to senior leadership
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards including ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and SOX
• Lead security audits and assessments, driving remediation plans and continuous improvement initiative
• Cloud & Infrastructure Security
• Own cloud security architecture across AWS and GCP, including Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM), and Wiz remediation strategies
• Design and implement Identity and Access Management (IAM) architecture based on least privilege principles and Zero Trust security models
• Architect secure network segmentation strategies and defense-in-depth controls across all infrastructure layers
• Own the architecture and strategic direction for key security platforms including SIEM, vulnerability management, endpoint security, and threat detection systems
• Manage and optimize internal security platforms to ensure robust protection of organizational assets
• Design secure cloud infrastructures and hybrid environment protections that scale with business growth
• Conduct threat modeling and risk analyses to identify infrastructure vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies
• Application & Development Security
• Lead Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and DevSecOps initiatives across the organization
• Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines, championing shift-left security practices in collaboration with DevOps leadership
• Ensure software architecture and applications are designed to mitigate vulnerabilities and prevent exploits
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development and DevOps teams on secure coding practices and emerging threats
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security throughout the system development lifecycle
• Define security requirements and controls that support agile development while maintaining strong security posture
• Innovation & Technical Leadership
• Lead security architecture for emerging technologies including AI/LLM initiatives, ensuring responsible and secure implementation
• Serve as the technical authority on security architecture, advising on security-related technologies and assessing risks associated with proposed changes
• Stay current with emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies to drive continuous innovation in security practices
• Inspire and influence engineering teams to execute security principles and adopt security-first mindsets
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to DevOps, operations, and development teams on security best practices
• Partner strategically with Product, Engineering, and Infrastructure leaders to align security architecture with business innovation
• Drive thought leadership through security documentation, architecture diagrams, design specifications, and security control matrices
• Additional Responsibilities
• Lead incident response management and develop security policies that protect organizational assets from cyber threats
• Identify organizational vulnerabilities and weaknesses through systematic security assessments
• Recommend and implement security controls and solutions that balance security requirements with business enablement

Qualifications

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information technology or a related field

7+ years of cybersecurity experience with deep cloud security expertise

Proven track record leading enterprise security architecture in multi-cloud environments

Deep understanding of cloud service provider security best practices around (AWS, GCP) Organization Policies

Automated threat detection tools

Central logging/Siem practices

Lest privilege architecture

VPC design/perimeter controls

Data Exfiltration prevention

Encryption/Key Management design

Identity and Access Management (IAM) best practices.

Web application security testing: Expertise in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in web applications, leveraging tools and methodologies like OWASP.

Network vulnerability scanning: Skilled in detecting and addressing vulnerabilities in network configurations and infrastructure.

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