Security Architect

Position : MSI Security Architect – E4

Primary Skill Set

Experience : Minimum 14+ years in implementing security tools and designing solutions across Perimeter Security , Endpoint Security , and Cloud Security .

Technical Expertise

Hands-on implementation experience with multiple security tools, including but not limited to :

Perimeter Security : Firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco FTD, Checkpoint)

Proxy Solutions : Zscaler, on-prem proxy solutions

Network Access Control (NAC) : Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass

PKI & Certificate Management

Endpoint Security : EDR, Antivirus, HIPS, DLP, Encryption

SIEM Platforms : QRadar, Splunk

Web Application Firewall (WAF) : F5 ASM (preferred), Barracuda, Imperva

Cloud Security : Native security controls in AWS, Azure, GCP and third-party security tool integration on cloud platforms

Ability to :

Provide technical and documentation support for data center and cloud security designs

Plan and execute security tool migrations from on-premises to cloud environments

Assess customer security posture and recommend improvements

Design security solutions and prepare High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD)

Review and vet RFP responses and solution designs

Support due diligence for new and existing customer requirements

Provide technical escalation support for teams and projects

Soft Skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Adherence to project implementation guidelines

Excellent presentation skills

Proficiency in MS Visio for design documentation

Comfortable working in 24x7 project environments

Proven team management and customer interaction capabilities

Experience in managing vendor relationships

Familiarity with defining SLAs

Ability to prepare project documentation such as :

Project Plans

Risk Matrix

Run Books

SOPs

Implementation Guides

Good understanding of ITIL processes

Capability to train BAU team members and onboard new hires to enhance their skills

Certifications

Mandatory : CISSP

Preferred : Relevant vendor / product certifications