Security Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering Lead

Security Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering Lead

Job Title: Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering Lead

Location: Irvine, CA. Fully Remote Work Model

Duration: 12 Month W2 Contract

Pay Range: $75.50/hr

The Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering Lead provides strategic guidance and direct leadership for the security architecture, cloud, and engineering functions s role is responsible for driving the strategic vision for secure systems and ensuring security is a foundational element in MNAO’s technology stack.

• Provides strategic guidance and direct leadership for the Security Architect, Security Engineer, and App Sec Analyst DAST roles.
• Develops and implements MNAO's data security strategy in collaboration with the data security team.
• Sets the cybersecurity architecture strategy for MNAO in conjunction with MNAO's Enterprise Architect.
• Ensures new architectures and engineering initiatives are inherently resilient and recoverable (Resilience and Recoverability in Design).
• Ensures MNAO's cybersecurity strategy is built with Global Mazda team considerations.
• Interfaces with MNAO's key infrastructure, platform, and application development teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in security architecture and engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Deep expertise in cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), network security, and application security.
• Strong understanding of Security-by-Design principles and enterprise architecture.
• Experience with secure SDLC methodologies.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or TOGAF.

Reports to: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

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