Security Architect for Network and Cloud

The Security Architect for Network and Cloud will lead the design and development of the Firm's cloud network security solutions. The role-holder will oversee the operation and configuration of the Firm's cloud security toolsets. This will include the design and management of CNAPP (cloud-native application protection platform) and CASB (cloud access security broker) technologies.

Main responsibilities:

• Design and implement cloud-native security architectures and solutions
• Design and implement CASB strategies to protect the Firm's cloud services and applications
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and best practices for cloud environments
• Conduct security assessments and audits of cloud infrastructure and applications
• Create and maintain solution documentation for cloud network security

Skills and experience:

• A Computer Science bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• Extensive experience in designing and implementing enterprise cloud security solutions
• Extensive working experience with Microsoft cloud security tools, including Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps and Microsoft Defender for Cloud
• Experience in deploying enterprise CASB and CNAPP solutions
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting network security, including security groups, network ACLs and load balancers in cloud environments
• Strong knowledge of IAM solutions with desired experience in Microsoft Entra ID
• Strong application and Network security risk assessment skills to identify gaps in security configuration and design
• Expert-level problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong written and oral English communication skills, and ability to convey complex concepts to non-technical constituents
• Strong Knowledge and understanding of network security frameworks and compliance standards

Location: Chicago, Houston, New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles, Palo Alto, San Francisco, or Miami

Reports to: Director, Global Security Engineering

Travel requirements: Ad hoc travel will be required

Position Type: Center Services

Development framework: Specialist

About us

At Baker McKenzie we are different in the way we think, work and behave. With our team of 13,000 people, including over 6,500 locally admitted lawyers, in over 70 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level. Baker McKenzie can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm paired with a passionately global and genuinely collaborative working environment.

Additional Information

Pay Transparency

This position is bonus-eligible and offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans, based on the number of hours worked. If located in an office in one of the states mentioned (New York, California, Illinois (Chicago only), or Washington D.C.), the US base compensation for this position is expected to be in the range $110,000 to $130,000. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

California notice: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories (arrest and conviction records), in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age - to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. Should candidates require any reasonable adjustments and/or accommodations when applying to or interviewing with our Firm, please notify recruitmentservices@bakermckenzie.com