Lead Cloud Security Architect

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a highly accomplished Lead Cloud Security Architect to spearhead security initiatives for their cutting-edge IT infrastructure in San Antonio, Texas, US. This pivotal role is focused on designing, implementing, and managing robust security strategies across multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), defining security policies, and protecting sensitive data. You will lead a team of security professionals and collaborate with engineering and operations teams to integrate security into every aspect of the software development process.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive cloud security architecture strategies.
• Design and implement security controls for AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.
• Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management.
• Define and enforce security policies, standards, and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001).
• Lead incident response efforts and conduct post-incident analysis.
• Architect and implement Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and tools.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to security engineering teams.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to promote a DevSecOps culture.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training.
• Create detailed security documentation and architecture diagrams.
• Mentor and develop junior security architects and engineers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years focused on cloud security architecture.
• Extensive experience with AWS, Azure, and GCP security services.
• Deep understanding of security best practices, threat landscape, and incident response.
• Proven experience with security automation, scripting (Python, Ansible), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong knowledge of networking, cryptography, and IAM.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate.
• Experience in a hybrid work environment is beneficial.