Security Architect
Accenture
12 - 14 years
Gurugram
Posted: 16/05/2025
Job Description
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 : Security Delivery Governance
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 12 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education
Summary: As a Security Architect, you will define the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring it meets the business requirements and performance goals. Your typical day will involve collaborating with various teams to assess security needs, documenting the implementation of cloud security controls, and overseeing the transition to cloud security-managed operations. You will engage in strategic discussions to align security measures with organizational objectives, ensuring a robust security posture while adapting to evolving threats and compliance requirements. Roles & Responsibilities: - SOC Operations: Lead and manage day-to-day operations of the SOC, including Tier 1–3 security analysts. Oversee security monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and threat intelligence activities. Ensure continuous tuning and enhancement of SIEM and EDR tools. Create and maintain incident response playbooks and workflows. Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams during security events. Security Governance, Risk & Compliance: Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Coordinate risk assessments, audits, and compliance initiatives (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA). Lead security awareness and training initiatives across the organization. Track and report on cybersecurity risks, mitigation plans, and audit findings. Partner with legal, audit, and compliance teams to ensure alignment with industry and legal frameworks. Strategic Leadership: Provide executive-level reporting on threat posture, key risks, and SOC performance. Guide long-term planning and roadmap development for security operations and governance initiatives. Mentor and develop SOC staff and GRC team members. Stay current with industry trends, threat landscape changes, and evolving compliance standards. Professional & Technical Skills: - Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Security Delivery Governance. - Strong understanding of cloud security principles and frameworks. - Experience with risk assessment and management methodologies. - Ability to design and implement security policies and procedures. - Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR. -Reccomend use case fine tuning -Regularly review use cases and suggest enhancements. -Run internal Table top exercises to help train the team -Maintain IR quality as per industry standards Additional Information: - The candidate should have minimum 12 years of experience in Security Delivery Governance. - This position is based at our Gurugram office. - A 15 years full time education is required.15 years full time education
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