Technical Leader - Security Architect
ApexonDescription
About Apexon:
Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation.
Apexon brings together distinct core competencies – in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering and UX, and our deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences – to help businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers. Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients’ toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon now has a global presence of 15 offices (and 10 delivery centers) across four continents.
We enable #HumanFirstDIGITAL
Role Description:
You’ll be responsible for (Responsibilities):
- Lead and manage security engineering programs, taking over from the existing team to enhance execution, efficiency, and value delivery.
- Provide deep technical expertise across Privileged Access Management (PAM), Cloud Security (CASB, API Security, DLP), Endpoint Protection, CMDB asset management, and Ransomware Readiness.
- Define technical strategy, architectural frameworks, and execution roadmaps for key security initiatives.
- Ensure seamless execution of security projects, including PEM (Privileged Endpoint Management), CASB (Netskope) implementation, CMDB Asset Management, and Ransomware Readiness.
- Oversee Proof of Concepts (PoCs), procurement processes, and solution deployments, ensuring alignment with customer requirements.
- Work closely with PMO, customer leadership, and technical teams to ensure security initiatives align with organizational goals.
- Drive the security engineering team's execution while managing program risks, dependencies, and challenges.
- Lead technical discussions, architecture reviews, and decision-making processes with senior leadership, engineers, and vendors.
- Communicate complex security concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Establish strong working relationships with InfoSec, compliance, IT operations, and engineering teams.
- Influence and define security roadmaps with a focus on long-term sustainability, automation, and operational efficiency.
- Continuously improve security frameworks, best practices, and governance to align with evolving threat landscapes and compliance requirements.
- Advocate for security automation, zero-trust principles, and cloud-native security architectures.
- 10+ years of experience in security architecture, security engineering, and technical program leadership.
- Expertise in Privileged Access Management (PAM), Cloud Security (CASB, API Security, DLP), Endpoint Security, CMDB/Asset Management, and Ransomware Protection.
- Strong background in leading security engineering teams and driving technical implementations.
- Hands-on experience with security tools such as Delinea, Netskope, Wiz, and other cloud security platforms.
- Demonstrated ability to define and execute security strategies while managing cross-functional stakeholders.
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills to engage at both technical and executive levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex organizational challenges.
- Experience working in large-scale enterprise security environments and managing security programs at scale.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Azure Security, or Google Professional Security Engineer are a plus.
- Experience with security automation, DevSecOps, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC).
- Prior consulting experience in security transformation programs is highly desirable.
You’ll have (Qualification & Experience):
- Bachelor's Degree in related field is required.
Don’t worry if you don’t check all the boxes; we’d still love to hear from you.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Did you know that Apexon has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, in each of the three regions in which it operates: USA (for the fourth time in 2023), India (seven consecutive certifications as of 2023), and the UK.
Apexon is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and promoting diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. Apexon strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to gender, race, color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
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Our Perks and Benefits:
Our benefits and rewards program has been thoughtfully designed to recognize your skills and contributions, elevate your learning/upskilling experience and provide care and support for you and your loved ones.
As an Apexon Associate, you get continuous skill-based development, opportunities for career advancement, and access to comprehensive health and well-being benefits and assistance.
We also offer:
- Health Insurance with Dental & Vision
- 401K Plan
- Life Insurance, STD & LTD
- Paid Vacations & Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- FSA Dependent & Limited Purpose care
- Learning & Development