What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Architect position at Franklin Fitch?
Security Architect | Global Professional Services Firm | Atlanta (Hybrid)
I’m working with a leading global professional services organization to appoint an experienced Security Architect. This is a key hire within a business that is continuing to invest heavily in its technology and security capabilities.
This role offers the chance to shape and mature security architecture across a complex, enterprise environment, with a strong focus on cloud.
The role
You will take ownership of designing and evolving security architecture across cloud platforms, infrastructure, and applications. A major focus will be on Microsoft Azure, ensuring security is built into both current operations and future-state designs.
You will work closely with engineering, security, and business teams to ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned to wider organizational goals.
Key responsibilities
- Design and implement security architecture across cloud and enterprise environments
- Lead on Azure security design, including identity, monitoring, and network protection
- Develop and promote security standards, frameworks, and best practices
- Support the adoption of Zero Trust principles and secure access models
- Partner with internal teams to ensure security is embedded across all technology initiatives
- Contribute to incident analysis, investigations, and continuous improvement activities
- Translate risk and vulnerability findings into practical remediation strategies
- Support compliance with frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR
Experience required
- Proven background in cybersecurity with a focus on architecture and cloud security
- Strong expertise across Microsoft Azure security services such as Sentinel, Azure AD, and Firewall
- Experience with Zscaler solutions and the Microsoft Defender suite
- Good understanding of Zero Trust models and modern security frameworks
- Familiarity with security tooling across SIEM, EDR, IAM, DLP, and network security
- Knowledge of frameworks such as MITRE ATT and CK, NIST CSF, and CIS Controls
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Nice to have
- Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or Azure Security
- Experience with scripting or automation using PowerShell or Python
- Exposure to container security and modern cloud-native application environments
Salary : $150,000 - $200,000