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 : Cloud Security Architecture
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 5 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 facilitating the transition to cloud security-managed operations. You will play a crucial role in enhancing the organization's security posture while adapting to evolving threats and compliance requirements. Roles & Responsibilities: -Tools : Resource with experience on M365 security and SSPM. Working knowledge on tools like Reco, AppOmni etc will be an advantage.: -Onboard and integrate new SaaS applications (e.g., Salesforce, ServiceNow, Workday) into SaaS platform for posture monitoring. --Continuously review and validate SaaS discovery findings for newly identified or unsanctioned SaaS apps. -Configure and fine-tune SaaS platform security policies to detect SaaS misconfigurations. - Collaborate with application owners to remediate findings and enforce secure configurations. -Develop onboarding playbooks and maintain SaaS platform connectors for new SaaS integrations. -Create SOP, issues documentation, Knowledge base articles. - Monitor OAuth app connections and external sharing risks across integrated SaaS platforms. -Manage and harden security configurations across Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams. -Regularly audit and review user and admin access privileges for least privilege enforcement. -Conduct periodic M365 Secure Score assessments and drive improvements. -Coordinate with IAM and SOC teams to align identity, access, and SaaS security controls. -Configure MCAS policies for activity monitoring, anomaly detection, and data protection. -Discover and assess Shadow IT applications through cloud app discovery logs. -Monitor and investigate risky user behavior, impossible travel, and data access anomalies. -Create and maintain custom app governance policies for sanctioned and unsanctioned apps. -Tune alert thresholds and policy sensitivity to minimize false positives. -Conduct periodic reviews of connected apps, users, and data flows. -Create SOP, issues documentation, Knowledge base articles. Professional & Technical Skills: - Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Cloud Security Architecture. - Strong understanding of cloud service models and security implications. - Experience with identity and access management in cloud environments. - Knowledge of compliance frameworks relevant to cloud security. - Familiarity with security tools and technologies for cloud environments. Additional Information: - The candidate should have minimum 5 years of experience in Cloud Security Architecture. - This position is based at our Bengaluru office. - A 15 years full time education is required.
Bengaluru
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