About Position:

We are seeking a highly experienced Security Architect to lead the design, governance, and implementation of enterprise-wide cybersecurity architectures. This role is pivotal in aligning business objectives with security, compliance, and risk management requirements. The ideal candidate will drive strategic security initiatives, support business growth, mentor technical teams, and act as a trusted advisor to clients, leadership, and stakeholders.

- Role: Security Architect
- Location: Mumbai
- Experience: Above 15 Years
- Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

- Security Strategy & Architecture
- Define enterprise security architecture frameworks, standards, and roadmaps.
- Design secure architectures across cloud, on-premises, hybrid, and SaaS environments.
- Develop reference architectures for Zero Trust, IAM, PAM, Data Security, SOC, and Cloud Security programs.
- Ensure alignment with enterprise risk, compliance, and business objectives. Solution
- Design & Advisory
- Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand business and security requirements.
- Lead architecture assessments, security maturity reviews, and transformation programs.
- Develop High-Level Designs (HLDs), Low-Level Designs (LLDs), architecture diagrams, and security blueprints.
- Present security solutions and recommendations to senior leadership and customer executives. Governance & Risk Management
- Drive adherence to security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, MITRE ATT&CK;, PCI-DSS, and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct architecture reviews and risk assessments.
- Define security controls and governance processes. Practice & Business Growth
- Support pre-sales, RFP responses,



solution development, and deal pursuits.
- Build reusable assets, accelerators, and service offerings.
- Collaborate with sales, delivery, and practice teams to drive revenue growth. Leadership & Mentoring
- Provide technical direction to architects, consultants, and engineering teams.
- Mentor security leads and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).

Expertise You'll Bring:

- Security Configuration Management - Cloud Security Architecture &
- Design Zero Trust Architecture Cloud Security (AWS, Azure, GCP) IAM / PAM Network Security Data Protection & Encryption SOC / SIEM / SOAR Vulnerability Management Security Compliance & Governance DevSecOps & Application Security Technologies: Microsoft Defender Suite, Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, CyberArk, Saviynt, Zscaler, Netskope, Prisma, Palo Alto, Check Point, Fortinet, CrowdStrike CSPM, CNAPP, CIEM Solutions Certifications: CISSP, CCSP, CISM, SABSA, TOGAF, Azure Security Engineer / Cybersecurity Architect (SC-100), AWS Security Specialty, Google Qualified Cloud Security Engineer Behavioral Competencies: Strategic Thinking, Executive Communication, Stakeholder Management, Leadership & Mentoring, Business Acumen, Customer Engagement, Problem Solving, Innovation Mindset Key Deliverables Enterprise Security Roadmaps Security Reference Architectures Architecture




- Review Reports Security Transformation Programs Risk & Compliance Recommendations Security Solution Proposals Client Presentations and Executive Reviews
- Educational background: Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary and perks package
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."

📌 Security Architect (Mumbai)
🏢 Persistent
📍 Mumbai