Solution Architect
Job Location:
Mumbai
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Design and implement scalable and secure architectures for IT systems, applications, and networks
- Integrate cybersecurity measures into business systems and digital transformation projects
- Develop architecture blueprints and high-level designs following security best practices
- Conduct security assessments to identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks
- Recommend mitigation strategies to address identified risks
- Stay updated on emerging threats and ensure system architectures remain resilient
- Collaborate with IT teams, developers, and business leaders to align security strategies with business objectives
- Communicate complex security concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders
- Act as a trusted advisor for security-related discussions and solutions
- Work with regulatory teams to ensure architectures meet compliance requirements
- Perform audits and reviews to maintain effective security controls
- Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve security posture
- Lead proof-of-concept initiatives for advanced security tools and technologies
- Implement cloud security strategies for multi-cloud and hybrid environments
- Develop and maintain detailed architectural documentation
- Define and enforce security policies, frameworks, and guidelines
- Provide guidance and training to IT teams on secure development and architecture practices
Skills Required:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
- 5–10 years of experience in cybersecurity roles, specifically in solution architecture or engineering
- Experience designing and securing cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP
- Hands-on experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEMs, endpoint security, and data protection technologies
- Strong understanding of secure coding practices, threat modeling, and security design patterns
- Familiarity with DevSecOps methodologies and CI/CD pipeline security
- Strong knowledge of network security, application security, and cryptography
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams
Preferred Certifications:
- CISSP
- CCSP
- TOGAF
- AWS / Azure / GCP Solution Architect Certifications
- CISM
- SABSA
- CDP
- Equivalent cybersecurity and cloud architecture certifications
