Security Architect

Benevity

. Architect, design, and implement secure architectures for applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeCalgary • CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in security architecture and engineering, with a strong focus on cloud security, secure design principles, and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in mentoring teams and implementing security best practices across various environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Security ArchitectureCloud Security (AWS, GCP)IAM, Encryption, FirewallsTerraform, Docker, KubernetesCISSP, CISM, CEH

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Hard Skills

Security ArchitectureCloud SecurityIAMEncryptionFirewallsSIEM TuningContainer SecurityInfrastructure as CodeScripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash)Security Automation

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

TerraformDockerKubernetesSIEMEDR SolutionsSOAR Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCEHAWS Security Specialty

Industry Keywords

NISTISO 27001SOC 2GDPRZero Trust Architecture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudCyber SecurityDockerFirewallsGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect, design, and implement secure architectures for applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments
Develop and maintain architectural blueprints, standards, technical guidelines, and procedures
Define and champion secure design principles, reusable patterns, and security best practices
Represent Security in the Architecture Decision Record program and Architecture Review Board
Review security-relevant architecture decisions and High-Level Architecture proposals
Conduct risk assessments and threat modeling for products and infrastructure
Drive adoption of security best practices and standards across the organization
Embed security into the software development lifecycle with product development and Product & Application Security teams
Support technical security incident response, including investigation, containment, and remediation
Provide guidance on secure network, system, and cloud configurations
Implement security controls as code, including Terraform-based WAF and edge protections
Conduct vendor security architecture reviews
Implement and oversee security monitoring, logging, and incident detection capabilities
Evaluate and integrate endpoint, application, and cloud security tools
Ensure compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR
Train and mentor engineering teams and provide technical mentoring to the security team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field, can be substituted with relevant experience
6–8+ years of experience in security architecture, security engineering, or security operations, with a focus on architecture and design
Demonstrable experience mentoring engineers and security peers
Expertise in cloud security, preferably AWS and GCP
Strong knowledge of IAM, encryption, firewalls, SIEM tuning, and EDR solutions
Hands-on experience with container security, Docker, Kubernetes, infrastructure as code such as Terraform, and DevSecOps practices
Proficiency in MITRE ATT&CK, CIS Controls, and Zero Trust Architecture
Familiarity with penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and forensics
Strong scripting and automation skills in Python, PowerShell, or Bash
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or AWS Security Specialty are a plus
Experience working in highly regulated industries is preferred
Understanding of AI security risks and securing AI-enabled systems and workflows is preferred
Experience with security automation and SOAR technologies, including SIEM tuning and response workflows, is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible hybrid work approach with no set in-office requirement
Innovative work
Growth opportunities
Caring co-workers
Purpose-driven work
Employee resource groups
Accessible hiring process and accommodations for candidates with disabilities