Security Architect - Cloud security

at  Mariner Innovations

WHO WE ARE:

Mariner innovates always and everywhere, turning novel ideas into practical solutions. From products and services to venture creation, we build better futures powered by people. Our purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company for those who make an impact - elevating people, data, and technology in the best way to solve hard problems. We partner with people embracing change, leveraging data, cybersecurity, cloud, and change management to drive successful business outcomes that matter to our customers.
Mariners build for change. Like SHIFT Energy, our energy management and decarbonization company. Or East Valley created to scale social economic impact in our communities through investment and mentorship of emerging change-makers and their companies.
Mariner’s purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company and the core values that guide us every day are:

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Security Architect to join our team. This is a remote role with a focus on designing and implementing cutting-edge security solutions in cloud environments, particularly with AWS.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING IN THE ROLE:

• Lead the planning, implementation, and scaling of security services within our client’s AWS-based cloud infrastructure.
• Architect and implement AWS-native security solutions that meet the highest standards for data protection, compliance, and system integrity.
• Design and build hybrid data ingestion and processing frameworks that handle both real-time streaming and scheduled batch operations.
• Utilize your deep technical expertise to ensure security solutions are efficient, scalable, and align with organizational needs.
• Maintain rigorous quality standards, performing regular evaluations to ensure security solutions remain effective and compliant.
• Drive innovation by staying current with the latest in cybersecurity trends and proactively enhancing security processes and technologies.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of our security services, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
• Advocate for security roadmaps and designs to both technical and non-technical teams, clearly articulating the business benefits.

WHAT SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL NEED TO DO THE JOB :

• 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, including Linux system administration and software development.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Cybersecurity, particularly in architecture or design roles for significant security projects.
• Expertise in AWS security architecture and implementation, with additional knowledge of cloud security technologies in Azure or GCP being a plus.
• Strong technical depth to build and design comprehensive security solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to less technical audiences.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven experience with Agile methodologies and DevSecOps concepts.
• Strong leadership skills with a keen understanding of business processes and priorities.
• Ability to conduct analytical research independently, applying critical thinking to emerging cybersecurity challenges.