Platform Engineering - Cloud Security Architect

About the Job

The Red Hat Hybrid Cloud Management organization is looking for a highly skilled Architect to join our team. In this role, you will act as a cloud security architect defining and driving our cloud security management strategy, in collaboration with a globally distributed team of cloud security engineers, security SREs, cloud automation developers and DevSecOps engineers. Together, we focus on ensuring our managed services meet the growing demand for security and accountability in the market. 

You will contribute to high-profile security and compliance initiatives and work closely with other engineers to deliver innovative, automated solutions that enhance Red Hat’s ability to proactively and reactively address industry vulnerabilities. This role requires deep expertise in cloud security principles, threat management, and security best practices across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments.

If you are passionate about cloud security, automation, and open-source software, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, this is the perfect team for you.

The Red Hat office in Raleigh, NC is the preferred work location, but well-qualified North America remote candidates will also be considered.

What you will do

• Serve as a security thought leader for our managed services portfolio, driving collaboration on architecture and interdependencies with other teams.

• Define, communicate, and contribute to the long-term security vision and strategy for the open hybrid cloud portfolio.

• Establish and promote best practices, standards, and processes for security and compliance engineering, including architecture, design, development, testing, deployment, and monitoring.

• Design and oversee the implementation of security architectures for large, multi-cloud, and complex environments, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and Red Hat’s strategic security goals.

• Develop and enforce consistent secure architecture and deployment strategies across Commercial and Government environments, including FedRAMP compliance.

• Provide regular updates to senior management on security posture, incidents, and compliance status.

• Collaborate closely with Product Security, Information Security, and Product Management teams to meet security and compliance requirements, particularly FedRAMP, for Red Hat managed services.

• Stay informed on emerging trends, threats, and technologies in cloud security, driving continuous improvement in security practices and tools.

• Create and maintain technical and architectural documentation to clearly explain and share platform design decisions and policies and aid in managed services compliance activities.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security Specialty) are a plus

• 10+ years of software engineering experience with object-oriented languages, preferably Golang or Python

• 8+ years of experience in enterprise cloud security, secure platform management, and Kubernetes security architecture, including container security practices

• 8+ years of experience delivering hosted cloud services

• 5+ years of experience with enterprise systems monitoring; familiarity with Prometheus is preferred

• 5+ years of experience managing Linux-based systems in public cloud environments such as AWS, GCP, or Azure

• Advanced knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS) and compliance standards (e.g., FedRAMP, SOC-2, PCI)

• Advanced knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their security features

• Experience in Zero Trust architecture, threat management, Extended Detection and Response (XDR), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), identity and access management (IAM), key management, and data protection strategies

• Proven experience in establishing DevSecOps practices and automating security pipelines

• Demonstrated ability to build and operate reliable, high-scale, cost-efficient cloud services in government-compliant (e.g., FedRAMP) environments

• Experience with platform engineering tools and methodologies, including DevOps, CI/CD, automation, orchestration, monitoring, and testing

• Previous involvement with security organizations and working groups (e.g., CSA, NIST, CNCF) is a plus

• Advanced problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; ability to articulate security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with cross-functional teams

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The salary range for this position is $157,750.00 - $260,200.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.

Pay Transparency

Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. 

About Red Hat

Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

Benefits
●    Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
●    Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
●    Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
●    Retirement 401(k) with employer match
●    Paid time off and holidays
●    Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
●    Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
●    Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more! 

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States. 

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