AVP - Cloud Security Architect

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Job Description

Moody’s Cybersecurity Group is seeking a Cloud Cybersecurity Architect to enhance its dynamic team. This pivotal role demands a profound understanding of cloud environments and services, fundamental security principles and the ability to design, implement and support various architectures to ensure Moody’s security posture. Ideal candidates will exhibit a proactive attitude, the capability to manage multiple tasks, collaborate effectively, and possess excellent communication and customer service skills.

Skills and Competencies:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a cloud security role, with a proven track record of designing and implementing secure cloud solutions.
• Proficiency in cloud security principles, architecture, and governance.
• In-depth knowledge of major cloud service providers and ideal hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Knowledge of design patterns for secure and scalable cloud solutions.
• Familiarity with common security architecture and cloud security frameworks such as NIST, GDPR, TOGAF, and ISO Standards
• Exposure to Artificial Intelligence in the context of cloud security.
• Strong initiative and ability to lead cybersecurity projects.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field preferred
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security Specialty, Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are highly desirable.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement robust cloud security architectures and frameworks to protect cloud-based applications, data, and infrastructure.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement security solutions and tools to enhance the security posture of our cloud infrastructure.
• Lead diverse cloud cybersecurity projects to ensure robust security architecture.
• Establish and maintain security policies, standards, and guidelines for cloud environments in alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with LOBs and stakeholders to foster a security-aware culture.
• Stay informed on emerging cloud security threats and trends.
• Integrate cybersecurity considerations into organizational objectives.
• Adjust strategies to effectively mitigate cloud security risks.
• Play a key role in securing cloud infrastructure across multiple platforms.

About the Team:
Join our dynamic team as an AVP Cloud Cybersecurity Engineer, where innovation and proactivity are at the heart of our operations. Our team is committed to safeguarding digital assets across various cloud platforms, ensuring the integrity and security of our cloud infrastructure. You will work alongside passionate professionals, leading cloud cybersecurity initiatives and designing cutting-edge security measures. Our collaborative environment encourages the integration of emerging technologies and security practices, making it an ideal setting for those eager to make a significant impact in cloud security.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.