Salesforce · 9 hours ago
Cloud Security Architect
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$231K/yr - $352K/yr
8+ years expSalesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where innovation and customer success come together. The Cloud Security Architect will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure cloud environments, ensuring the integration of security solutions and proactive risk management across public cloud platforms.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingCRMSaaSSales EnablementSoftware
Responsibilities
Drive the architecture of robust and scalable security solutions for public cloud environments, utilizing guardrails, policies, and industry-leading practices
Define and maintain comprehensive security baseline requirements, policies, and standards for public cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
Lead the design, implementation, and automation of security controls in public cloud environments, including:
IAM (Identity and Access Management)
Detection and Monitoring
CI/CD Security
Configuration Management
Container Security
Network Security
Data Protection
Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes to automate security configurations and ensure infrastructure is secure by design
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, such as Product Engineering and internal Security teams (CSOC, Enterprise Security, Compliance, others), to seamlessly integrate security solutions, tooling, and risk mitigation strategies into the architecture of public cloud environments
Continuously assess emerging trends in the cybersecurity landscape, including new threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies, to proactively evolve security policies, practices, and architectural patterns
Partner with key stakeholders to develop, communicate, and drive a converged cloud security vision and strategy across all public cloud environments, ensuring security parity and a consistent security posture
Conduct periodic security architecture reviews to identify potential vulnerabilities, assess the effectiveness of existing controls, and provide actionable recommendations for improvement
Serve as a subject matter expert, providing expert guidance and consultation to partners and stakeholders on secure architecture patterns and best practices for developing and deploying cloud-native applications and services
Drive the adoption of secure cloud architecture principles, patterns, and services across the organization, promoting a "security by design" mindset
Partner closely with the Security Assessments team to proactively identify, prioritize, and mitigate security risks across public cloud environments, contributing to a continuous risk reduction program
Qualification
Required
8-12 years of progressive experience in cloud security architecture and engineering
Deep and demonstrable understanding of public cloud platforms (e.g., GCP, AWS,) especially GCP and their native security services
Proven experience in designing, implementing, and automating security controls in cloud environments, including IAM, detection and monitoring, CI/CD security, configuration management, container security, and ideally using IaC tools
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including technical and non-technical stakeholders, partners, and leadership
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and strategic approach to identifying and mitigating security risks in cloud environments
Experience with conducting security architecture reviews and providing actionable recommendations
Familiarity with cloud-native application architectures and security considerations
Strong knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001), compliance regulations, and security best practices for cloud environments
Preferred
Relevant certifications such as Professional Google Cloud Engineer, Cloud Architect, Cloud Security Engineer, CCSP, CISSP or equivalent
Proven hands-on experience with Google Cloud Native Security Services such as Chronicle, Cloud Armor, Cloud Firewall, IDS, Certificate Manager, KMS, Secret Manager, DLP
Advanced with scripting and automation languages (e.g., Python, Bash)
Benefits
Time off programs
Medical
Dental
Vision
Mental health support
Paid parental leave
Life and disability insurance
401(k)
Employee stock purchasing program
Company
Salesforce
Salesforce is a cloud-based software company that provides customer relationship management software and applications.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$65.38MKey Investors
Starboard ValueEmergence CapitalHalsey Minor
2022-10-18Post Ipo Equity
2004-06-23IPO
2003-01-01Series Unknown· $1M
Leadership Team
Arundhati Bhattacharya
CEO & Chairperson, Salesforce India and South Asia
Marc Benioff
Chair & CEO
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