Saviynt

Senior Principal Security Architect – Cloud & Application Security

Saviynt

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: San JoseCaliforniaUnited States

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Salary

💰 $260,000 - $275,000 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Define, assess, and evolve the cloud security architecture and strategy across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.
  • Lead and participate in cloud security architecture reviews, threat modeling sessions, and design assessments aligned to industry best practices.
  • Act as a subject-matter expert in CNAPP, CWPP, and CSPM technologies and cloud security risk frameworks.
  • Identify, analyze, and remediate cloud and application security issues on a day-to-day basis.
  • Analyze and remediate CSPM and CWPP findings, including identity risks, network exposure, vulnerabilities, and compliance gaps.
  • Work hands-on with development teams to design secure systems and implement fixes for security vulnerabilities.
  • Provide expert guidance on OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities and lead remediation efforts across applications.
  • Design and implement secure authentication and authorization solutions.
  • Demonstrate deep hands-on expertise with SAML, OAuth 2.0, and related identity protocols, including writing and reviewing production-grade code.
  • Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to embed security into CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows.
  • Build, review, and improve integrations between CI/CD pipelines, ticketing systems, and SIEM/SOAR platforms.
  • Perform technical health checks of cloud environments and DevSecOps pipelines prior to large-scale or production deployments.
  • Prioritize security risks based on business impact and attack paths, partnering closely with Product Management to drive remediation focus.
  • Create and maintain dashboards, metrics, and executive-level reports for security governance and leadership visibility.
  • Participate in internal and third-party audits, supporting evidence collection and remediation activities.
  • Lead and participate in security-related discussions with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.
  • Work closely with InfoSec teams to develop communication plans and messaging for security issues and changes.
  • Communicate security risks, remediation plans, and architectural decisions clearly to scrum teams and leadership.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in security architecture, cloud security, or application security, with demonstrated senior-level impact.
  • Strong hands-on development experience with Java, Grails, and Spring Framework.
  • Deep expertise in OWASP vulnerabilities and practical remediation techniques.
  • Proven hands-on experience implementing SAML, OAuth 2.0, and modern identity and access patterns.
  • Strong experience with GitLab, CI/CD pipelines, and secure deployment best practices.
  • In-depth knowledge of cloud security platforms (CNAPP, CSPM, CWPP) and cloud-native security controls.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across engineering, product, DevOps, and security teams.
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting regulated environments and participating in internal or third-party audits.
  • Must have 5+ years of programming experience in JAVA, GRAILS, SQL.
  • Familiarity with SIEM/SOAR integrations and security automation.
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with distributed engineering teams.
  • Cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP, CCSK, CISSP) are a plus.
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Hard Skills & Tools
cloud security architecturethreat modelingCSPMCWPPCNAPPSAMLOAuth 2.0JavaGrailsSpring Framework
Soft Skills
collaborationinfluencecommunicationleadershipproblem-solvingrisk assessmentremediation planningstakeholder engagementtechnical guidancereporting
Certifications
AWSAzureGCPCCSKCISSP