# Cloud Security Architect

> ZainTECH · Kochi, India · Full-time · Posted 2026-03-06

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Cybersecurity

## Description

The Cloud Security Architect leads cloud security initiatives across multi-cloud environments, responsible for architecting, implementing, and governing enterprise-grade security solutions. This strategic role defines security strategy, establishes standards, and provides technical leadership to ensure the protection of critical assets while enabling business agility and innovation.

Responsibilities:

-   Strategy & Architecture: Define and execute the enterprise cloud security architecture strategy, establishing security standards and design patterns across AWS, Azure, and hybrid cloud environments.
-   Identity & Network Security: Lead the architecture of identity platforms (IAM, PAM, SSO) and implement Zero-Trust network access (ZTNA) solutions, including micro-segmentation and secure connectivity.
-   Data Protection: Design and implement comprehensive data protection strategies, including data classification, encryption frameworks, and database security controls.
-   Threat Detection & Response: Architect security operations center (SOC) frameworks, integrating SIEM platforms, threat intelligence, and security orchestration/automation (SOAR) capabilities.
-   Compliance & Governance: Oversee compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS, GDPR) and drive cloud governance using policy-as-code and automated validation.
-   DevSecOps**:** Lead the integration of security into DevOps pipelines, including container security, vulnerability management, and automated secrets management.
-   Leadership & Collaboration: Mentor security teams, conduct architecture reviews, and serve as a security subject matter expert to senior leadership.

## Requirements

-   10+ years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years focused specifically on cloud security across AWS and Azure.
-   Mandatory certifications: Current and valid AWS Certified Security Specialty and Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500).
-   Deep technical expertise in cloud security services, including IAM, network security, data protection, and encryption controls.
-   Proven experience in designing enterprise-scale security architectures and implementing compliance frameworks such as NIST, CIS, and SOC 2.
-   Strong Linux system administration and security expertise (hardening, kernel security, and system tools).
-   Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic problem-solving skills, with the ability to articulate risk to executive audiences.
-   Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical discipline.

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