Security Architect - Costa Rica

Job Title: Security Architect

Introduction : Key Responsibilities :

• Cloud Security Strategy:

• Manage and execute end-to-end cloud security solutions, encompassing strategy, design, implementation, and ongoing operations.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of security best practices on cloud providers, focusing on AWS, cloud-native platforms, and Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions.

• Security Requirements and Standards:

• Establish security requirements for cloud-based solutions by evaluating business strategies and requirements.

• Research and implement cloud infrastructure security standards such as PCI, ISO 27000 series, NIST CSF, and CSA to ensure compliance and adherence to industry best practices.

• Risk Assessment and Control Implementation:

• Identify and deliver appropriate controls based on industry standards to develop a robust cloud and enterprise security solutions framework.

• Assess business risks and cloud-native threats, providing recommendations for security controls to mitigate risks effectively.

• Threat Intelligence and Evaluation:

• Continuously evaluate emerging threats in the cloud environment to understand their impact on IT and business operations.

• Develop and implement security controls to address identified threats and vulnerabilities promptly.

• Collaboration and Change Management:

• Provide recommendations for improvement and risk reduction based on comprehensive assessments of the cloud security posture.

• Knowledge Sharing:

• Identify, recommend, coordinate, and deliver timely knowledge to support teams regarding security technologies, processes, or tools.

• Foster a culture of continuous learning and awareness about evolving security threats and mitigation strategies.

• Technical Standards and Compliance:

• Develop detailed technical security and compliance standards for technology components, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

• Enable security and compliance by design to mitigate threats and position the organization for future expansion and business enablement.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing cloud security solutions, especially on AWS.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to cloud security.
• Strong understanding of risk management, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.