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Cloud Security Architect (US Remote)

Experian

Job Description

Posted on: 
September 17, 2024

Summary and company overview

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com

Responsibilities

  • Lead Experian's global cloud security and tech transformation strategy by guiding the architecture of critical automated security capabilities into Experian's enterprise CI/CD pipelines
  • Work with Experian's enterprise cloud architects and engineers to build modernized multi-hybrid automated cloud security controls
  • Work with our Cloud Engineers, Solutions Engineers, and DevOps team to operationalize Experian security policies
  • Create and gain stakeholder support of cloud/hybrid security architectures that achieve important business strategies
  • Help governance, compliance, and risk management teams to ensure the system meets the requirements for certification and accreditation
  • Provide regular communication with all project partners at all levels, including presentations to senior management, creating agendas and meeting minutes
  • Create and support KPIs and KRIs that measure risk reduction and progress in cloud security over time

Job Requirements

Your background:

  • 10+ years' of related work experience
  • 3-5+ years' of experience as a DevSecOps Engineer or experience in Cloud Architecture and Engineering
  • 3-5+ years' of experience with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Proficiency in scripting/programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, Ruby, C#, or PowerShell
  • In-depth knowledge of DevSecOps principles and experience with CI/CD tools such as Terraform, Jenkins, Harness, and Open Policy Agent (OPA)
  • Experience working with technology architects and writing security Policy as Code (PaC) or working as a DevSecOps engineer with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) experience
  • Experience with container offerings and capabilities within Amazon Web Services (AWS), GCP, and Microsoft Azure platforms such as EKS, ECS, AKS, or GKE
  • In-depth knowledge of CIS Benchmarks for best practices for cloud and container platform configuration
  • Experience with deployment orchestration, automation, and security configuration management (Jenkins, Puppet, Chef, Git, CloudFormation, Terraform, or Ansible)
  • Experience with assessment, development, optimization, and documentation of a comprehensive and broad set of security technologies and processes (secure software development (Application Security), data protection, cryptography, key management, Identity and Access management (IAM), network security) within SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, and other cloud environments
  • Working knowledge of common and industry standard cloud-native/cloud-friendly authentication mechanisms (OAuth, OpenID)
  • Industry Cloud Certifications (Azure/AWS/GCP); CISSP certification preferred
  • College degree or equivalent

Benefits/Perks:

  • Great compensation package and bonus plan
  • Core benefits including full medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
  • Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
  • Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays

Additional commentary

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

Summary and company overview

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com

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