Senior Director Analyst, Security Architecture-Cloud Security (Canada or 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.

In this role, you will act as a global thought leader guiding organizations through the complex landscape of security architecture and cloud protection. You’ll create impactful, research-driven insights that empower security professionals to design, implement, and optimize enterprise security strategies. Working in a highly collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment, you’ll shape best practices, influence industry direction, and deliver actionable guidance to clients across diverse industries. This is a unique opportunity to combine deep technical expertise with strategic vision — and make a lasting mark on the future of secure digital transformation.

Accountabilities:

• Develop and publish cutting-edge research that defines best practices and emerging trends in security architecture and cloud security.
• Provide expert, actionable advice to security professionals, enabling them to make informed technology and strategy decisions.
• Lead thought leadership initiatives by presenting at conferences, webinars, and client briefings.
• Collaborate with peers to drive innovation, ideation, and cross-domain research in security and cloud technologies.
• Maintain a deep understanding of the evolving security landscape, including technologies, frameworks, vendors, and market dynamics.
• Support organizations in translating business objectives into security architectures that deliver measurable results.

Requirements

• At least 12 years of experience in security architecture, engineering, operations, or related technology leadership roles.
• Proven subject-matter expertise in enterprise security architecture and frameworks such as SABSA and NIST CSF.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, architectures, and native controls for major IaaS providers.
• Knowledge of CNAPP, CSPM, CWPP, SSE, and container security technologies.
• Ability to synthesize complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and actionable insights.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills, with the ability to produce high-quality deliverables under tight deadlines.
• Confident communicator with experience delivering presentations to both small and large audiences.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the region and globally.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package and performance-based rewards.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and wellness support.
• Flexible hybrid work environment promoting autonomy and balance.
• Global exposure, learning opportunities, and professional development resources.
• Inclusive and collaborative culture that values diversity and innovation.
• Opportunities for long-term career growth within a global, high-impact team.

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!