Cloud Security Architect

Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Frankfurt
Region:Hessen
Sector:Cyber Security
Client Company Type:In-House
Job ref:7050
Post Date:October 30, 2025

About the Role

Cloud Security Architect (Multi-Cloud)
Location: Frankfurt (Hybrid)

Our client is seeking an experienced Cloud Security Architect to join a leading DAX 40 organisation headquartered in Frankfurt. In this strategic role, you will design and implement enterprise-grade security architectures across a multi-cloud environment (AWS, Azure, and GCP) supporting critical digital transformation initiatives.

You will work closely with cloud engineering, DevOps, platform, and enterprise architecture teams to ensure cloud services are deployed securely, comply with regulatory standards, and align with enterprise security frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement secure cloud architecture patterns across AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
  • Define and maintain cloud security reference architectures, guardrails, and best practices.
  • Lead security architecture reviews for cloud-based applications and infrastructure.
  • Implement Zero Trust, IAM, network segmentation, and workload protection strategies.
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps).
  • Establish and maintain cloud governance, policies, and compliance controls.
  • Support implementation of security tools including CASB, CSPM, CWPP, and SIEM integrations.
  • Conduct threat modelling and risk assessments for new cloud initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST, and other regulatory frameworks relevant to enterprise environments.
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams on secure cloud deployments.

Required Experience:

  • 8+ years experience in information security or cloud security architecture.
  • Proven experience designing multi-cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure, and/or GCP).
  • Strong understanding of identity and access management (IAM), encryption, network security, and workload protection.
  • Experience implementing DevSecOps practices and automated security controls.
  • Knowledge of enterprise security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, and Zero Trust.
  • Experience with cloud security tooling (Prisma Cloud, Wiz, Lacework, Defender, etc.).
  • Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence engineering and leadership teams.
  • Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, or Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer.
  • Experience within large enterprise or regulated environments (finance, manufacturing, automotive, or technology).
  • Familiarity with Kubernetes, containers, and modern cloud-native architectures.

What We Offer:

  • Opportunity to work within a globally recognised DAX 40 organisation driving large-scale cloud transformation.
  • Competitive salary package with performance bonus.
  • Flexible hybrid working model in Frankfurt.
  • Access to cutting-edge cloud and security technologies.

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