Seasoned Cyber Security Solutions Architect

Job Description

We are seeking a Seasoned Cyber Security Solutions Architect to join a high-impact team dedicated to securing the next generation of financial technology. This role offers the unique opportunity to design and implement robust security architectures for an evolving ecosystem that sits at the intersection of enterprise ERP and cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence. Our clients mission is to ensure that as the organization adopts transformative technologies-specifically AI Foundry, Microsoft Fabric, GitHub Copilot, and Databricks-we maintain a posture that is compliant, resilient, and proactive.

We don't just "check boxes" for risk; we partner directly with engineering teams to architect solutions that neutralize threats without stifling productivity.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will move beyond high-level theory to deliver tangible security blueprints. Your core duties will include:

• Security Blueprinting: Design end-to-end security architectures for cloud-native applications, focusing on Zero Trust principles within Azure and integrated AI environments.
• AI Defense & Governance: Develop guardrails for Large Language Models (LLMs) and data pipelines, ensuring privacy, prompt injection mitigation, and secure data residency within the AI Foundry and Databricks.
• Threat Modeling: Lead deep-dive threat modeling sessions using frameworks like STRIDE or PASTA to identify vulnerabilities in component-based designs before a single line of code is deployed.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with DevOps and Data Science teams to integrate security into the CI/CD pipeline (DevSecOps) and ensure "Security by Design" for GitHub Copilot implementations.
• Tooling Optimization: Evaluate and recommend advanced detection and response tools (SIEM/XDR) specifically tuned for monitoring AI-driven anomalies and cloud-based lateral movement.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a technical leader who thrives at the intersection of security compliance and modern software architecture. You are the right fit if you are:

• A Cloud & AI Security Specialist: You have deep, hands-on experience securing Microsoft Azure (Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, Purview) and managing the security nuances of high-scale data platforms like Fabric and Databricks.
• An Architectural Thinker: You possess a structured mindset, utilizing object-oriented (OO) and component-based design techniques to build modular, reusable security frameworks that scale across the enterprise.
• A Risk Navigator: You are comfortable translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable technical requirements, balancing business velocity with risk appetite.
• A Continuous Learner: You stay ahead of the curve on the OWASP Top 10 for LLMs and emerging AI threat vectors, proactively recommending countermeasures to the leadership team.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related technical field.
• Experience: 7+ years in IT security, with at least 3 years in a formal Solutions Architect or Lead Security Engineer role.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of API security, OAuth2/OIDC, encryption at rest/transit, and container security (AKS).
• Certifications (Preferred): AZ-500 (Azure Security Engineer), CASE (Certified AI Security Expert), or CISSP-ISSAP
• Candidates must be eligible for Secret Level clearance (requires residing in Canada for a minimum of 5 years)