Introduction

A career in IBM Software means you’ll be part of a team that transforms our customer’s challenges into solutions. Seeking new possibilities and always staying curious, we are a team dedicated to creating the world’s leading AI-powered, cloud-native software solutions for our customers. Our renowned legacy creates endless global opportunities for our IBMers, so the door is always open for those who want to grow their career.

IBM’s product and technology landscape includes Research, Software, and Infrastructure. Entering this domain positions you at the heart of IBM, where growth and innovation thrive.

IBM is seeking a Security Architect specializing in AI and Automation to support the design, implementation, and enhancement of secure, scalable cloud solutions and automation frameworks. This role is ideal for a candidate with foundational experience in SecDevOps, cloud technologies, and automation development who is eager to learn, grow, and contribute to IBM’s mission of achieving compliance by design. The role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects, develop technical expertise, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results.

Your role and responsibilities

· Assist in designing and implementing secure cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, IBM Cloud, and GCP.

· Develop and maintain automation scripts and workflows using Python, JSON, and Slack APIs to enhance operational efficiency.

· Collaborate with SecDevOps teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards like FedRAMP and NIST.

· Ensure all automation and architectural solutions adhere to compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP, SOC2, and NIST standards.

· Assist in documenting processes and workflows to align with audit and compliance requirements.

· Communicate technical findings and proposals effectively to team members, stakeholders, and leadership.

· Effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Required technical and professional expertise

· 3+ years of hands-on experience in cloud architecture, automation development, or SecDevOps roles.

· Familiarity with public cloud platforms such as AWS, IBM Cloud, or Azure.

· Working knowledge of automation tools and programming languages, including Python, JSON, and Slack APIs.

· Knowledge of varying compliance standards and their relevance to regulated customers.

· Basic understanding of compliance standards such as FedRAMP, SOC2, and NIST CSF.

· Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Fundamentals, or similar are a plus.

Preferred technical and professional experience

· Familiarity with agile methodologies, including CI/CD pipelines and continuous delivery.

· Proactive and eager to take initiative in learning and solving problems.

· Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams.

· Excellent communication and technical documentation skills, including the ability to discuss complex topics with both technical and executive stakeholders.

· Certifications such as CISSP, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, CISM, or Security+.

· Experience working with high-availability, high-performance, multi-data center systems, or multi-cloud environments.