Cloud Security Architect

• Designing and implementing cloud security strategies and policies that meet an organization’s specific needs.
• Ensuring the security of cloud-based data and applications against unauthorized access, theft, and other threats.
• Conducting regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and develop plans to address them.
• Collaborating with other IT professionals, including network engineers, developers, security team, and operational team to integrate cloud security measures into existing systems and processes.
• Staying up to date on the latest cloud security technologies, trends, and best practices.
• Reviewing and understanding remediation options from application vulnerability monitoring and assessment tooling.

A cloud security architect must be conversant with a breadth of technologies used to protect data, workloads, and systems within cloud platforms., * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to think strategically and tactically about complex cloud security issues.

• Excellent communication skills, including communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• The ability to work independently but collaborate closely and effectively with developers and other IT professionals at project start and critical project junctures.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality work.

Requirements for a cloud security architect are:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• More than 7 years of cloud security experience, focusing on designing and implementing secure cloud computing solutions.
• A strong understanding of cloud computing technologies, including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS).
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and CIS Controls.
• Familiarity with cloud security platforms like Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, and Google Cloud Platform.
• Certifications such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Cloud Architect (CCA) are preferred.

Desirable experience for a cloud security architect include:

• Identity Access Management and Identity Provider technologies and features
• Authentication and authorization strategies; SSO
• DevSecOps practices and testing as part of CICD pipeline workflows
• Key and secrets management services
• Networking and security best practices using VPC/VNet/Subnet deployment
• Kubernetes technology including network policy management
• Experience with private link / endpoint strategies

InterSystems is providing a current good faith estimate of the anticipated base salary range for this position depending on a variety of factors including experience, education, skills, and performance.

Other compensation may include a discretionary annual variable target incentive.

The company also provides generous employee benefits including:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Contribution
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement

The estimated base compensation range for this role is:

$149,000 - $181,000 USD

InterSystems, a creative data technology provider, delivers a unified foundation for next-generation applications for healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain customers in more than 80 countries. Our data platforms solve interoperability, speed, and scalability problems for large organizations around the globe to unlock the power of data and allow people to perceive data in imaginative ways. Established in 1978, InterSystems is committed to excellence through its 24×7 support for customers and partners around the world. Privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, InterSystems has 38 offices in 28 countries worldwide. For more information, please visit InterSystems.com.

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