Cloud/Security Architect (f/m/x)

Introduction
In this role, you'll work in one of our IBM Consulting Client Innovation Centers (Delivery Centers), where we deliver deep technical and industry expertise to a wide range of public and private sector clients around the world. Our delivery centers offer our clients locally based skills and technical expertise to drive innovation and adoption of new technology. A career in IBM Consulting is rooted by long-term relationships and close collaboration with clients across the globe.

You'll work with visionaries across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Your ability to accelerate impact and make meaningful change for your clients is enabled by our strategic partner ecosystem and our robust technology platforms across the IBM portfolio; including Software and Red Hat.

Curiosity and a constant quest for knowledge serve as the foundation to success in IBM Consulting. In your role, you'll be encouraged to challenge the norm, investigate ideas outside of your role, and come up with creative solutions resulting in ground breaking impact for a wide network of clients. Our culture of evolution and empathy centers on long-term career growth and development opportunities in an environment that embraces your unique skills and experience.

Your Role and Responsibilities
As a security or cloud architect you work within an agile team in projects for our customers and help them improve their security posture. Through working closely with clients, you will gain insights into various industries and consult at the technical level. You will have the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues and to further develop your practical expertise in consulting for IT security projects.

Your main responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct assessments to evaluate a client's existing network, infrastructure, and application landscape.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security measures into cloud, network, and infrastructure systems.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Provide technical guidance to clients for vulnerability management and mitigation.

What we offer:

• Individual career path
• Access to countless trainings and certification offerings
• A knowledge sharing culture
• An environment where you are actively contributing your ideas
• The possibility to work in projects in one of the largest IT companies

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• At least 3 years of proven experience as a Security Architect, Cloud Architect or similar role.
• Knowledge of post-quantum cryptography standards and best practices.
• Architectural experience with cloud architecture, network, and infrastructure systems.
• Experience with security legislation and regulatory frameworks (e.g. DPA, PCI-DSS, GDPR, UK Gov Good Practice Guides), security methodologies and industry standards (e.g. ISO27001, NIST, SANS).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Fluent in English and German
• Swiss nationality or valid Swiss work permit / EU passport

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Experience with cloud security platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of DevSecOps principles and practices to ensure security is integrated throughout the software development lifecycle.