Senior Cloud Security Architect

About the Role:

We are looking for a Senior Cloud Security Architect with deep expertise in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to lead secure cloud transformation initiatives.

This is a high-impact, client-facing role that blends cloud architecture, security strategy, and migration leadership. You will work across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, helping organizations design, assess, and secure their cloud ecosystems while aligning with global security frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and design secure cloud environments on OCI and GCP
• Lead end-to-end cloud migration programs (on-prem → cloud), including assessment, strategy, and execution
• Design hybrid and multi-cloud architectures with secure connectivity (FastConnect, Interconnect, VPN, SD-WAN)
• Conduct cloud security assessments, gap analysis, and risk evaluations
• Develop architecture artifacts (HLDs, LLDs, network diagrams, security policies, runbooks)
• Support pre-sales activities: RFP responses, solution design, client presentations, and PoCs
• Implement and align solutions with frameworks like NIST, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to enable secure CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams

What We’re Looking For:

Core Expertise

• Strong hands-on experience with:
• OCI: VCN, Cloud Guard, WAF, FastConnect, Security Zones
• GCP: VPC, Cloud Armor, Security Command Center, BeyondCorp
• Experience in large-scale cloud migrations and modernization strategies
• Deep understanding of network security architecture across cloud & on-prem environments
• Familiarity with Azure for multi-cloud integration scenarios

Technical Skills

• Cloud networking: VPC/VNet design, firewalls, VPNs, DDoS protection
• Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Deployment Manager, ARM, Ansible
• Container & Cloud-native security: Kubernetes (GKE/OKE), APIs, microservices
• Security tools & technologies: NGFW (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco), SIEM, IDS/IPS
• Scripting: Python / PowerShell / Bash

Qualifications & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
• Required: OCI Architect Professional & OCI Security Professional
• GCP Professional Cloud Architect / Security Engineer
• Preferred: Azure Solutions Architect / Security Engineer
• CCSP, TOGAF, SABSA
• CCNP Security, VMware (VCP), Palo Alto / Fortinet certifications

Key Competencies:

• Strong client-facing and presentation skills
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business solutions
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
• Leadership mindset with a collaborative approach
• Passion for staying ahead in cloud security trends