Lead Support Analyst

Key objectives critical to success

We are looking for a talented and experienced professional to join our team as Security Engineer with specific focus on Cloud security.  In this role, you will part of a team leading the design, development, and implementation of a robust and scalable Cloud security solutions to protect Nomura’s critical assets. This role is technical and hands-on and deep understanding of cloud security and best practices in cybersecurity. It requires the development and implementation of processes, policies, standards, and solutions in collaboration with the Global Heads of Information Security and key stakeholders (e.g., Technology, business, legal, HR, compliance).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the organization's Cloud security needs.
• Evaluate and deploy cloud security technologies and tools including CSPM, CNAPP to enhance security posture that aligns with the business objectives and the Security Risks and Controls Framework.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and guidelines in alignment with regulatory requirements and cloud security best practices.
• Deploy and operate cloud security controls to protect our network infrastructure from unauthorized access, data loss, and other security threats
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and select Cloud security technologies and tools that meet Nomura’s requirements.
• Provide guidance and technical leadership to project teams to ensure Cloud security requirements are properly understood
• Conduct the relevant cloud security assessments to identify gaps, vulnerabilities, and areas for resilience improvement.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, trends, and threats in the field of network security and protection
• Partner and collaborate with cross-functional teams including Cloud operations and engineering teams to identify and address Cloud security risks across the organization
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Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification is required.
• AWS Certified, Cloud Security profession (CCSP)
• 5-8  years of experience in information security, with a focus on Cloud security
• Proven experience in designing and implementing cloud security solutions in an enterprise environment.
• Strong knowledge of Cloud security technologies, network protocols, and frameworks, such as ISO 27001, NIST, and OWASP.
• Strong knowledge of Cloud standards and technologies (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Experience with engineering and implementing Cloud security controls.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.