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Sr. Staff Security Architect, Cloud Security

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Sr. Staff Security Architect, Cloud Security

Pittsburgh, PA

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

Location/Division Specific Information

This position is in the Cybersecurity Architecture team within Corporate Infrastructure & Security (CIS).

A day in the Life:

  • Define and manage our cloud security roadmap by identifying areas for improvement, mapping dependencies and investigating solutions.
  • Work together with other architects and engineers across the company to implement security solutions and to enhance relevant processes.
  • Ensure our security controls meet appropriate regulatory and business requirements and prioritize implementation as necessary.
  • Create presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring technical, process and financial impact of proposed controls and solutions is well understood.
  • Work on improving our visibility with cloud related activities and ensure information is actionable and backed by appropriate processes.

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Keys to Success:

  • Ability to understand processes and to assess impact of process or technology changes to various levels of the organization.
  • Past experience in managing and improving cloud platform security and overall server, application and operating system security, especially within AWS.
  • Demonstrated history of being able to commit to longer-term roadmaps and enhancements with a bias for action.
  • Understanding of the underlaying technologies used by public cloud providers and ability to apply similar principles to on-premises environments.
  • Ability to translate cybersecurity risks into solutions and to explain complex solutions to IT and business leadership.

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or related field. Equivalent work experience is accepted.
  • Certifications not required, but encouraged: Cloud security-related certifications a plus.

Experience

  • 7+ years of hands-on experience with large public cloud environments, including both IaaS and PaaS services and service management.
  • Experience with cloud identity management and multiple cloud security posture management (CSPM) tools and technologies.
  • Proficiency in programming and scripting, especially with various APIs provided by AWS, Azure and Google Cloud.
  • Understanding of risk management and familiarity with different cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory compliance requirements, and practical experience using the frameworks within the cloud security realm.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Strong proactive analytical and problem-solving skills in both ambiguous and tactical situations.
  • Ability to act both independently and as a part of a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Dedication to excellence, high-quality standards, and attention to detail.

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com


Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Client-provided location(s): Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01279157_1002
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program