Cloud Security Architect

Cloud Security Architect

Req ID: 201679

Location: , TX, United States

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Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world''s most essential and innovative brands. Whether it''s autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don't just meet standards-they redefine them.

What You''ll Do

The Sanmina Information Security Team is seeking an experienced Cloud Security Architect to design, implement, and maintain best-in-class cloud security architecture across multi-cloud environments. The primary mission of this role is to fulfill the strategic objectives of Sanmina''s Information Security (INFOSEC) team by delivering operationally excellent security solutions aligned with Zero Trust principles and NIST CMMC compliance standards.

Mission and Scope

Deliver on the strategic objectives of the Sanmina Information Security Team through best-in-class cloud security design.

Serve as the primary architect for Cloud-Native Application Protection Platforms (CNAPP).

Lead security architecture for AWS-native INFOSEC technologies.

Lead security architecture for GCP-native INFOSEC technologies.

Lead security architecture for Azure-native INFOSEC technologies.

Core Responsibilities

Deliver operationally excellent cloud architecture strictly aligned with Zero Trust principles and NIST CMMC compliance.

Collaborate closely with the broader INFOSEC team to ensure unified security coverage.

Configure and manage CNAPP technologies for continuous vulnerability scanning.

Implement and refine real-time threat detection controls.

Drive continuous enhancement of overall cloud security posture.

Provide thought leadership and architectural guidance in support of Sanmina team infrastructure design efforts.

Decision-Making & Governance Framework (DACI)

Decides: Cloud architecture security controls and baseline security design standards.

Advises: Product owners and engineering teams on technical security configuration efforts.

Informed: Maintains ongoing visibility into INFOSEC team priorities, training initiatives, and strategic alignment.

Key Performance Indicators & Success Criteria

Outcome Metrics: Delivery of superior, robust technical designs that satisfy regulatory and organizational mandates.

Leading Indicators: Timely, predictable, and successful infrastructure builds.

Reporting Cadence: Submission of a monthly summary report detailing posture and metrics across each cloud platform.

Technical Environment & Tooling

The Cloud Security Architect will oversee, configure, and maintain systems across the following core security and hosting technologies:

What You''ll Bring

5 years of experience with CNAPP & Security Technologies: CrowdStrike, Zscaler, Horizon3, Risk360, Security Scorecard

5 years of experience with Cloud Hosting Technologies: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Microsoft Azure

3 years of experience with Cloud Security Architecture: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Microsoft Azure

Candidates with a proven track record of success deploying cloud-based workloads following the Zero Trust cybersecurity model are highly desired. Candidates who can demonstrate experience with successful cloud improvement and transformation projects for hybrid on-premises/multi-cloud architectures shall be considered first for this role.

The ideal candidate will:

hold Cloud Security Architect Certifications from AWS, GCP and Azure,

AWS Solutions Architect

AWS Security Specialization

AWS ML Engineer

GCP Cloud Digital Leader

GCP Generative AI Leader

GCP Agentic Architect

GCP Cloud Architect

GCP Data Engineer

GCP Cloud DevOps Engineer

GCP Cloud Security Engineer

GCP Cloud Network Engineer

GCP Machine Learning Engineer

GCP Security Operations Engineer

AZ-104: Azure Administrator Associate

AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure Associate

AZ-500: Azure Security Engineer Associate

AZ-700: Azure Network Engineer Associate

DP-203: Data Engineering on Microsoft Azure Associate

AZ-305: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

AZ-400: DevOps Engineer Expert

SC-100: Cybersecurity Architect Expert

understand Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) architecture,

be willing to deliver thought leadership to colleagues.

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.

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