Senior Cloud Security Architect — Retail Banking

Senior Cloud Security Architect — Retail Banking

šŸ¢ Publix šŸ“ Remote, NG šŸ’¼ 🌐 Remote šŸ’° NGN 500,000 – 800,000 / year šŸ­ General šŸ“… 2026-06-18

šŸ¢ ABOUT THE COMPANY

Publix, a Fortune 100 company founded in 1930, is a leading employee-owned food retailer in the United States. We are committed to delivering the highest quality products and services to our customers while fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and community involvement.

Our global headquarters is based in Lakeland, Florida, and we operate over 1,300 stores across the East Coast. We are proud of our legacy of innovation, customer-centricity, and commitment to our employees and the communities we serve.

With over 90 years of history, Publix has grown into one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, employing over 200,000 associates across 7 states.

šŸŽÆ ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Senior Cloud Security Architect, you will play a critical role in leading the development and implementation of our cloud security strategy. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and manage secure cloud infrastructure, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our customer data and systems.

You will report directly to our Cloud Security Manager and collaborate with our IT teams to ensure seamless integration of security into our cloud operations. Your expertise will help us stay ahead of the curve in cloud security, protecting our assets and reputation in the highly competitive retail banking space.

šŸ“‹ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and implement cloud security strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Design, deploy, and manage secure cloud infrastructure, including virtual private clouds (VPCs), subnets, security groups, and identity and access management (IAM) systems.

Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security into cloud operations, ensuring seamless deployment and management of cloud resources.

Develop and maintain secure cloud architecture diagrams, documentation, and guidelines for cloud security best practices.

Design and implement cloud-based security monitoring and incident response solutions, ensuring timely detection and response to security threats.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement cloud security training programs for employees.

Develop and maintain relationships with cloud security vendors and industry partners to stay informed of emerging security threats and best practices.

Develop and maintain cloud security metrics and reports to measure security posture and identify areas for improvement.

āœ… REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

8+ years of experience in cloud security architecture and implementation, preferably in the retail banking or financial services industry.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, or related field.

CISSP, CCSP, or CEH certification or equivalent experience.

Hands-on experience with cloud security platforms, such as AWS Security Hub, Azure Security Center, or Google Cloud Security Command Center.

Experience with cloud security tools, such as cloud access security brokers (CASBs) and cloud workload protection platforms (CWPPs).

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Strong collaboration and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with DevOps tools and practices, such as containerization, orchestration, and continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD).

Familiarity with cloud security frameworks, such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework and Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) Security Guidance.

Experience with cloud-based security information and event management (SIEM) systems.

šŸ’° WHAT WE OFFER

As a Publix employee, you can expect a competitive salary range of NGN 500,000 - NGN 800,000 per annum, plus a comprehensive health insurance plan, retirement plan, and generous vacation days. We offer a remote work policy, allowing you to work from home 2-3 days a week, and a learning and development budget to support your professional growth.

Our team culture values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we believe in the importance of mental health and wellness. We offer flexible work arrangements, including flexible start and end times, and a comprehensive benefits package.

šŸ‘„ ABOUT THE TEAM

Our Cloud Security team is a dynamic and collaborative group of experts, dedicated to protecting our customer data and systems. We work closely with our IT teams to ensure seamless integration of security into our cloud operations, and we are passionate about staying ahead of the curve in cloud security.

We are a diverse team, with a range of technical and industry backgrounds, and we value collaboration, communication, and continuous learning. We are excited to welcome a new team member to our team and contribute to our success.

šŸ“Ø HOW TO APPLY

If you are a motivated and experienced cloud security professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your resume, cover letter, and a link to your LinkedIn profile to [insert contact email]. We look forward to hearing from you!

šŸ“‹ Job Details

Job Type 🌐 Remote
Location Remote, NG
Address Plot 1234, Street A, Lekki Phase 1, 100001
Salary NGN 500,000 – 800,000 / year
Industry General
Company Publix
Valid Until 2026-09-16

šŸ“Ø How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Publix. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.

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