Security Architect

Lead Security Architect Location: Canada | Full-Time About the Role emergiTEL is hiring a Lead Security Architect for our client. We're looking for an experienced security leader with deep expertise in multi-cloud security, secure architecture, and DevSecOps. In this role, you'll lead security architecture initiatives, embed security into the solution lifecycle, and help shape the organization's cloud and AI security strategy. What You'll Do Review solution architectures to ensure alignment with security best practices and enterprise standards. Provide security-by-design guidance to technology architects throughout the solution lifecycle. Develop security architecture roadmaps, standards, templates, and reference architectures. Act as the subject matter expert for cloud security across Azure, AWS, and GCP. Partner with technology, engineering, and business teams to embed security into architecture and DevOps practices. Lead threat modeling, cloud security reviews, and security assessments for new technologies and AI initiatives. Collaborate with Cloud Engineering teams on security tools, including SIEM, Endpoint Protection, DLP, and Vulnerability Management. Promote security awareness and strengthen secure design practices across technology teams. What You Bring 8+ years of experience in security architecture for cloud and on-premises environments. Strong expertise in Azure, AWS, GCP, DevSecOps, and cloud security engineering. Experience with secure application design, CI/CD security, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, and orchestration. Knowledge of security frameworks and standards, including NIST, ISO 27001, CSA CCM, OWASP, and TOGAF. Experience conducting threat modeling and developing enterprise security roadmaps. Strong communication, consulting, and stakeholder management skills. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. Preferred Certifications CISSP ISSAP CCSP CISM CISA Microsoft Azure Security Technologies Certification Azure Solutions Architect Expert Vacancy Status This is an active position currently open for hiring. Use of Artificial Intelligence No artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the screening, assessment, or selection process. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team. Equal Opportunity Our client is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background. Hiring decisions are based solely on skills, experience, and qualifications relevant to the role. 📩 Interested? Apply today

Lead security architecture initiatives and embed security-by-design throughout the solution lifecycle. Develop security roadmaps and act as the subject matter expert for cloud security across Azure, AWS, and GCP.

Requires 8+ years of experience in cloud and on-premises security architecture with deep expertise in DevSecOps and security frameworks. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field is required, and professional certifications like CISSP or CCSP are preferred.

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• Multi-cloud Security
• Secure Architecture
• DevSecOps
• Azure
• AWS
• GCP
• Threat Modeling
• SIEM
• Endpoint Protection
• DLP
• Vulnerability Management
• Infrastructure as Code
• CI/CD Security
• NIST
• ISO 27001
• TOGAF

• Security & Safety
• Technology
• Software
• Engineering
• Consulting

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Aug 30, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Director

Application method

Direct apply is available