Security Architect

Posted:
11/8/2025, 5:33:25 PM

Location(s):
Uttar Pradesh, India ⋅ Haryana, India ⋅ Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India ⋅ Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

Project Role : Security Architect
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 7.5 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Cybersecurity Manager to lead and oversee our cybersecurity operations, strategy, and governance. This role demands a visionary leader with deep technical expertise and strong people management skills to drive excellence across our Security Operations Center (SOC), Identity & Access Management (IAM), Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC), Digital Security, Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and more. Roles & Responsibilities: -Lead and manage daily operations across SOC, IAM, GRC, VAPT, DLP, and other cybersecurity domains. -Ensure seamless coordination and execution of cybersecurity initiatives aligned with business goals. -Establish SLAs for engagement requests, assessment completion, include various workflow status to track the progress of the intakes. (eg. open, cancelled, In progress, On hold, complete) -Support the analysis and identification of business inputs for assessment engagement. -Act as the central project lead for cybersecurity and IT operations projects. -Drive project planning, execution, and reporting across multiple workstreams. -Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure alignment with business goals. -Monitor project risks, issues, and dependencies, and escalate as needed. -Maintain and improve operational processes, documentation, and compliance tracking. -Support audits and security assessments by providing relevant project and tool documentation. -Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders for tool implementation and upgrades. -Provide operational insights and dashboards to leadership for informed decision-making. -Cultivate talent through coaching, career development, and performance management. -Foster a high-performance culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, and innovation. -Drive customer cadences, reporting, and ensure active participation in client calls. -Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, translating complex security concepts into actionable insights. -Promote a culture of security awareness across the organization. -Champion continuous improvement and proactive risk management. Professional & Technical Skills: -Experience in cybersecurity leadership roles. -Proven expertise in SOC, IAM, GRC, VAPT, DLP, and digital security domains. -Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.). -Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. -Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent are highly desirable. Additional Information: - The candidate should have minimum 7.5 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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