Senior Director Analyst, Security Architecture and Cloud Security (Canada-EMEA)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Director Analyst, Security Architecture and Cloud Security in Canada and EMEA.

This role is ideal for a seasoned security professional with deep expertise in enterprise security architecture and cloud security. You will serve as a thought leader, providing actionable guidance to security teams, executives, and clients across industries. The position combines research, advisory, and client-facing responsibilities, enabling organizations to implement best practices in security and cloud architecture. You will deliver high-impact insights, develop frameworks, and communicate emerging trends to help organizations balance innovation with risk management. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence strategic decision-making, engage in global research, and collaborate with leading technology professionals in a hybrid, high-performing environment.

Accountabilities

• Conduct thought leadership research and deliver actionable guidance on enterprise security architecture and cloud security.
• Advise security technical professionals—including architects, engineers, and operations managers—on best practices and emerging trends.
• Create high-value presentation materials for virtual briefings, conferences, and internal/external events.
• Collaborate with peers to ideate, innovate, and produce impactful research content for clients worldwide.
• Maintain awareness of developments in security frameworks, cloud platforms, and market dynamics, providing timely insights to clients and stakeholders.
• Synthesize complex technical and business data into concise, actionable recommendations.

Requirements

• Minimum 12 years of experience in security architecture, engineering, operations, or related technology roles.
• Subject matter expertise in enterprise security architecture, including frameworks such as SABSA or NIST CSF.
• Strong hands-on experience applying security architecture end-to-end, from business analysis to technical component selection.
• Deep knowledge of cloud security, including native controls for major IaaS providers and technologies such as CNAPP, CSPM, CWPP, SSE, and container security.
• Ability to analyze competitive landscapes, emerging vendors, and trends in cloud security.
• Excellent research, analytical, writing, and presentation skills; capable of engaging technical and executive audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to deliver high-quality output under tight deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Willingness to travel regionally and globally as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid work environment supporting productivity and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to collaborate with global experts and clients across multiple industries.
• Access to professional development resources and exposure to cutting-edge security research.
• Dynamic, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating work culture.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.
Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!