Key Responsibilities Security Architecture & Engineering Define and own the enterprise security architecture aligned to business and regulatory requirements Lead end-to-end design and implementation of security controls across network, application, identity, and data layers Drive security engineering initiatives from concept through deployment and operationalization Infrastructure & Network Security Oversee design, deployment, and lifecycle management of Firewalls, WAF, DLP, DAM, and ZTNA solutions Ensure network segmentation, perimeter security, and zero-trust principles are embedded in architecture decisions Review and approve network design changes from a security standpoint Identity & Access Management Lead implementation and governance of PAM and PIM solutions Define access control policies and ensure least-privilege principles are enforced across privileged and non-privileged accounts AI Security & Security AI Define the organization's strategy for securing AI/ML systems and models Identify and implement AI-driven tools for threat detection, anomaly detection, and security operations Stay current on emerging AI threat vectors and integrate mitigations into the security architecture Asset Hardening & OS Security Establish and enforce hardening standards for Windows, Linux, and other IT assets Oversee Active Directory security configuration, GPO management,



and identity hygiene Drive vulnerability management and configuration compliance programs Procurement & Budgeting Own the security technology roadmap and associated capital and operational budgets Lead vendor evaluations, RFP/RFQ processes, and contract negotiations for security tools and services Optimize security spend while maintaining coverage and effectiveness Key Requirements 15+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity with at least 45 years in a leadership or architecture role Hands-on experience with: Firewalls, WAF, DLP, DAM, ZTNA, PAM, PIM Strong working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems and Active Directory Demonstrated experience in IT asset hardening and configuration management Exposure to AI/ML security concepts — both securing AI systems and leveraging AI for cyber defense Familiarity with security procurement, vendor management, and budget planning Strong understanding of network design principles and security architecture frameworks (SABSA, TOGAF, Zero Trust) Valuable to Have Experience in BFSI, payments, or regulated industry environments Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as RBI guidelines, ISO 27001, NIST CSF Exposure to PQC concepts and crypto-agility planning Relevant certifications: CISSP, CISM, SABSA, CCNP Security, or equivalent

📌 Incharge - Security Architecture & Engineering (Hyderabad)
🏢 SKILLVENTORY
📍 Hyderabad