Director - Security Architect

Our client, global FSI is seeking a visionary and technical Senior Security Solution Architect to design and lead the implementation of robust, enterprise-grade security architectures. In this pivotal role, you will be the trusted advisor to both technical teams and business leadership, translating complex security requirements into scalable, resilient, and innovative solutions. You will architect defenses across cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring our assets are protected against evolving threats while enabling secure business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Design & Leadership: Architect end-to-end security solutions for major initiatives involving cloud migration (AWS/Azure/GCP), zero-trust networks, identity & access management (IAM), data protection, and application security. Develop security reference architectures and blueprints.

• Business & Technical Advisory: Partner with Enterprise Architecture, IT, and business unit leaders to embed security-by-design principles into all new projects and digital transformation programs. Conduct security reviews and threat modeling.

• Hands-On Solutioning: Develop detailed security specifications, select appropriate technologies, and guide implementation teams. Provide expert-level troubleshooting and validation for complex security deployments.

• Vendor & Standard Evaluation: Research, evaluate, and recommend security technologies and services. Lead proof-of-concept (POC) initiatives and develop business justifications for security investments.

• Governance & Compliance: Ensure solution designs adhere to internal policies, industry standards (ISO 27001, NIST CSF), and regulatory requirements (GDPR, PDPA, MAS TRM).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 3+ years focused on security architecture.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing security solutions in complex infrastructure and application environment complex, multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, and/or GCP).
• Expertise in at least three of the following domains: Zero Trust Architecture, Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), Identity & Access Management (e.g., SailPoint, Okta), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), DevSecOps/Application Security, or Network Security (SASE, ZTNA).
• Strong understanding of industry frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK) and threat modeling methodologies.
• Good knowledge in authentication, cryptography, cybersecurity, devsecops, etc

Interested candidates please email your latest resume to [email protected]