**The Role:** We are seeking an experienced Security Architect to lead the end-to-end security strategy and implementation for the blockchain-based AI platform. This role requires deep expertise across cloud security, blockchain, Kubernetes, AI workloads, and secure software development practices. The Security Architect will be responsible for designing a comprehensive security architecture that spans infrastructure, application, data, and operations – ensuring the platform achieves enterprise-grade security, compliance, and resilience. **Responsibilities** - Architect and implement security frameworks across blockchain platforms, AI workloads, Kubernetes, and cloud infrastructure. - Define and own the security roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements. - Establish identity and access management (IAM) strategies, including secrets management, VPN/identity solutions, and Zero Trust principles. - Establish trust boundaries and enforce appropriate controls, including workload isolation, access restrictions, and data protection measures. - Design and oversee cloud (AWS) security architecture and enforce least-privilege access. - Implement Kubernetes security controls, including Pod Security Standards, network segmentation, and workload isolation. - Lead the creation of incident response playbooks, monitoring dashboards, and alerting mechanisms for blockchain, AI, and cloud environments. - Conduct regular security assessments, penetration tests, and threat modeling to validate platform resilience. - Collaborate with blockchain architects, AI engineers, DevOps, and business teams to ensure security is embedded across all phases of development and operations. - Stay current with emerging security standards, technologies, and threats in blockchain, AI, and cloud ecosystems. **Basic Qualifications:** We are seeking an expert-level professional with 10+ years of experience in information security and at least 5+ years in a Security Architect role, possessing the following skillset: - Proven expertise in security architecture design for cloud, blockchain, AI/ML, and distributed systems. - Strong knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including IAM, audit logging, monitoring, and least privilege enforcement. - Deep understanding of blockchain security principles, including validator/node protection, consensus mechanisms, and key management. - Solid understanding of cryptography, PKI, zero-knowledge proofs, and security best practices. - Extensive experience with Kubernetes and container security, including pod security standards, workload isolation, network segmentation, and admission controls. - Proven ability to secure CI/CD pipelines and the software supply chain, including vulnerability scanning, artifact signing, and code integrity enforcement. - Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and incident response frameworks such as Prometheus and Grafana. - Experience in securing AI/ML workloads, covering model integrity, data confidentiality, GPU resource isolation, and inference security. - Proficiency with automation and scripting in Python, Go, or Rust to build and integrate security controls. **Educational Qualifications** - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Information Security. - Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CKA/CKS, or Cloud Security Specialty are a strong plus.. **Key Attributes** - Strategic thinker with ability to anticipate threats and design proactive defenses. - Strong leadership skills with ability to mentor engineering teams and enforce best practices. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills to align security with business goals. - Hands-on mindset with the ability to design, implement, and validate security controls. **Important Note:** Clearly indicate the job title “Security Architect” in your job application. Our hiring process is extremely competitive, and we will only respond to shortlisted candidates. We offer industry-leading compensation and a world-class work environment.