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Security Architect

Posted Sep 28, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Software Engineering & IT Cybersecurity
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Bengaluru
Employment
Full-time

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Role Summary

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The Security Architect defines cloud security architecture and frameworks to meet business requirements and performance goals. The role documents cloud security controls and supports their transition to managed operations.

What You'll Do

  • Design and implement security strategies and frameworks for cloud infrastructure and data.
  • Document security controls and support the transition to cloud security-managed operations.
  • Monitor and assess cloud security posture, identify risks, and recommend improvements.
  • Coordinate with technical teams and stakeholders to align security architecture with business and technical needs.
  • Share security architecture knowledge and guide junior team members.

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Qualifications

Required: Proficiency in CyberArk Privileged Access Management; knowledge of cloud security principles and architecture; experience designing and implementing cloud security frameworks; ability to document and communicate security architectures; familiarity with identity and access management and privileged account security; ability to analyze and mitigate security risks; familiarity with cloud security control implementation and operational transition; and knowledge of relevant compliance standards.

Preferred

  • CyberArk Privilege Cloud Knowledge

Original job description

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Project Role : 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 : CyberArk Privileged Access Management
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, a typical day involves designing and establishing a comprehensive cloud security framework that aligns with organizational objectives and operational standards. This role requires careful planning and documentation of security controls to ensure seamless integration and transition to cloud security-managed services. The position demands continuous evaluation of security architecture to support business needs while maintaining optimal performance and compliance within a dynamic cloud environment.

Roles & Responsibilities:
- Expected to be an SME, collaborate and manage the team to perform.
- Responsible for team decisions.
- Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions.
- Provide solutions to problems for their immediate team and across multiple teams.
- Lead the development and implementation of security strategies that protect cloud infrastructure and data assets.
- Facilitate communication between technical teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment on security objectives.
- Mentor junior team members to enhance their understanding of cloud security principles and practices.
- Expected to perform independently and become an SME.
- Required active participation/contribution in team discussions.
- Contribute in providing solutions to work related problems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align security architecture with business goals and technical requirements.
- Continuously monitor and assess cloud security posture to identify potential risks and recommend improvements.
- Assist in developing best practices and guidelines for cloud security implementation and management.
- Support junior team members by sharing knowledge and providing guidance on security architecture principles.

Professional & Technical Skills:
- Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in CyberArk Privileged Access Management.(Preferred - CyberArk Privilege Cloud Knowledge)
- Strong knowledge of cloud security principles and best practices.
- Experience in designing and implementing security frameworks for cloud environments.
- Ability to document and communicate complex security architectures effectively.
- Familiarity with identity and access management concepts and tools.
- Capability to analyze security risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in CyberArk Privileged Access Management.
- Experience with identity and access management concepts and tools related to privileged account security.
- Strong understanding of cloud security principles and architecture frameworks.
- Familiarity with security control implementation and operational transition in cloud environments.
- Ability to analyze and mitigate security risks associated with privileged access in cloud infrastructures.
- Knowledge of compliance standards and regulatory requirements relevant to cloud security.

Additional Information:
- The candidate should have minimum 7-8 years of experience in CyberArk Privileged Access Management.
- This position is based at our Bengaluru office. (Location Flex-Kolkata/ Delhi)
- A 15 years full time education is required.

15 years full time education

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

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