Security Architect - Americas

10+ years of experience in information security 5+ years in a Security Architect role Proven expertise in security architecture design for cloud, blockchain, AI/ML, and distributed systems. Strong knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including IAM, audit logging, monitoring, and least privilege enforcement. Deep understanding of blockchain security principles, including validator/node protection, consensus mechanisms, and key management. Solid understanding of cryptography, PKI, zero-knowledge proofs, and security best practices. Extensive experience with Kubernetes and container security, including pod security standards, workload isolation, network segmentation, and admission controls. Proven ability to secure CI/CD pipelines and the software supply chain, including vulnerability scanning, artifact signing, and code integrity enforcement. Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and incident response frameworks such as Prometheus and Grafana. Experience in securing AI/ML workloads, covering model integrity, data confidentiality, GPU resource isolation, and inference security. Proficiency with automation and scripting in Python, Go, or Rust to build and integrate security controls. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Information Security. CISSP, CISM, CKA/CKS, or Cloud Security Specialty certifications are a strong plus.

Architect and implement security frameworks across blockchain platforms, AI workloads, Kubernetes, and cloud infrastructure. Define and own the security roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Establish identity and access management (IAM) strategies, including secrets management, VPN/identity solutions, and Zero Trust principles. Establish trust boundaries and enforce appropriate controls, including workload isolation, access restrictions, and data protection measures. Design and oversee cloud (AWS) security architecture and enforce least-privilege access. Implement Kubernetes security controls, including Pod Security Standards, network segmentation, and workload isolation. Lead the creation of incident response playbooks, monitoring dashboards, and alerting mechanisms for blockchain, AI, and cloud environments. Conduct regular security assessments, penetration tests, and threat modeling to validate platform resilience. Collaborate with blockchain architects, AI engineers, DevOps, and business teams to ensure security is embedded across all phases of development and operations. Stay current with emerging security standards, technologies, and threats in blockchain, AI, and cloud ecosystems.