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Security Architect

Accenture Federal Services
Pune
Full-time
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This role designs cloud security frameworks, controls, and policies and coordinates their transition into managed operations. You will assess cloud risks, align security objectives with stakeholders, and support junior team members.

Permanent
On-site
5 years
15 years full-time education

Skills & Expertise

Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) tool
Cloud security
Security architecture design
Security controls
Risk assessment and mitigation
Security policies and procedures
Compliance standards

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of security strategies for cloud infrastructure and services.

Coordinate with technical teams and stakeholders to align on security objectives.

Document security policies and controls and support transition to managed cloud operations.

Full Description

Project Role : Security Architect

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 : Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) Tools

Good to have skills : Security Architecture Design

Minimum 5 year(s) of experience is required

Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

Summary:

As a Security Architect, a typical day involves designing and establishing a comprehensive cloud security framework that aligns with organizational objectives and operational standards. This role includes overseeing the development and documentation of security controls tailored for cloud environments, ensuring seamless integration with business processes. The position also requires coordinating the transition of security measures into managed cloud operations, facilitating collaboration across various teams to maintain robust security postures and support ongoing performance targets.

Roles & Responsibilities:

- Expected to be an SME, collaborate and manage the team to perform.

- Responsible for team decisions.

- Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions.

- Provide solutions to problems for their immediate team and across multiple teams.

- Lead the design and implementation of security strategies that support cloud infrastructure and services.

- Facilitate communication between technical teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment on security objectives.

- Mentor junior team members to enhance their understanding of security architecture and best practices.

Professional & Technical Skills:

- Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) Tools.

- Good To Have Skills: Experience with Security Architecture Design.

- Strong knowledge of cloud security principles and frameworks.

- Ability to assess and mitigate risks associated with cloud environments.

- Experience in developing and documenting security policies and procedures.

- Familiarity with compliance standards and regulatory requirements related to cloud security.

Additional Information:

- The candidate should have minimum 5 years of experience in Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) Tools.

- This position is based at our PDC3C - SEZ location.

- A 15 years full time education is required.

15 years full time education

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