Job Title: Cloud Security Architect
Overview:
We are seeking a Cloud Security Architect to join our Security Operations Centre (SOC) within our infrastructure team. This role is critical in maintaining our internal infrastructure for managed services. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of IT management processes such as patching and user management, and possess advanced to expert understanding of cloud environments. You will collaborate with a broader engineering team managing multiple security tools across client environments.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Design and Manage Secure Environments: Design and manage secure cloud environments, ensuring security policies and baselines are current.
2. BAU Response: Respond promptly to platform and infrastructure alerts within SLA to maintain availability.
3. Identity & Access Management: Manage IAM for all cloud environments.
4. Internal Onboarding: Facilitate onboarding of new staff, streamline processes, and create knowledge base articles to support new team members.
5. Container Management: Deploy and manage Kubernetes environments in cloud platforms.
6. Integration Management: Integrate various tools like Atlassian and SIEM products using cloud services.
7. End User Compute: Design, deploy, and manage end-user compute services.
8. Team Leadership: Mentor and guide junior engineers.
9. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with teams and stakeholders to understand needs and deliver solutions.
10. Reporting and Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation and reports.
11. Compliance: Uphold confidentiality, security, and privacy standards, demonstrating risk-aware behaviors.
Requirements:
- Extensive IT Experience: Proven experience with enterprise IT systems, cloud architecture, deployment, and management.
- OS Knowledge: Extensive experience with Unix environments.
- Container Experience: Understanding of Kubernetes and its use in cloud platforms.
- Security Knowledge: Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, SecDevOps, and infrastructure as code.
- CICD Toolset: Experience with CICD pipelines and tools like Terraform.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical abilities.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication for diverse stakeholders.
- Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
- Team Collaboration: Proven team player and leader.
Desirable Skills:
- Certifications: Relevant industry certifications.
- Cloud Experience: Managing systems in cloud platforms.
- Scripting Skills: Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, PowerShell, or Shell.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field; advanced degrees are a plus.
- Experience: 3-5 years in IT, with at least 2 years focused on security.