• Lead the development and implementation of the cloud security strategy across both public and private cloud infrastructures.
• Manage and guide a high-performance team of security engineers and architects, providing direction on complex security issues and maintaining a focus on scalability and reliability.
• Oversee the design, development, and execution of secure cloud-native applications and solutions.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to define security policies, standards, and best practices, ensuring compliance across all teams.
• Stay ahead of emerging cloud security trends and technologies to proactively mitigate risks and improve security frameworks.
• Work closely with product, software engineering, and operations teams to embed security within the product life cycle.
• Perform risk assessments, threat modeling, and cloud infrastructure audits to identify potential vulnerabilities and ensure robust cloud security systems.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and certifications are maintained, such as SOC2, GDPR, or any other cloud-related compliance requirements.
• Manage the development and deployment of cloud security tools, ensuring proper integration with internal systems.
• Lead incident response efforts related to cloud security breaches and vulnerabilities, implementing corrective actions and process improvements.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 15+ years of professional experience, with 10+ years in leadership and management roles in cloud security or related areas.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with public and private cloud technologies, including but not limited to AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, and hybrid cloud environments.
• Solid understanding of cloud security principles and methodologies, including encryption, IAM, network security, and data privacy.
• Strong background in software design and architecture with a focus on secure development practices.
• Proven programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, C++, or similar.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record in managing cross-functional teams, budgets, and cloud security projects at scale.
• Ability to operate strategically, while maintaining a hands-on approach when needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in cloud compliance frameworks such as SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA.
• Relevant industry certifications (CISSP, CCSP, CISM, etc.).

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