AVP- Cyber Architect

Job description

As a Cyber Architect at EXL, you will design and govern the security posture of AI-driven platforms and enterprise systems across EXL's client portfolio — spanning BFSI, healthcare, and insurance. You will own end-to-end security architecture aligned with OpenAI Daybreak, NIST, and zero-trust principles, and embed AI-native vulnerability management into EXL's delivery model. Responsibilities - Partner with CISOs, engineering leads, and compliance teams. - Chair security architecture review boards, define secure SDLC standards, and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements (DPDP, GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2). - Architect security controls for multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) including IAM, data encryption, network segmentation, and secure API design. - Align with EXL's NVIDIA and AWS partner ecosystem frameworks. - Ensure architecture decisions comply with applicable frameworks — NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and sector-specific mandates. - Track emerging threat landscapes, AI cyber tooling, and vendor capability (e.g., OpenAI Daybreak partner program). - Drive internal capability builds, reusable security patterns, and thought leadership assets for EXL's security practice. Education Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related engineering discipline. Equivalent demonstrable experience accepted. Experience 15+ years in cybersecurity roles, with at least 5 years in a security architecture or principal engineer capacity. Hands-on experience across penetration testing, SOC operations, or red-team engagements is a strong advantage. Certifications (preferred) One or more of: CISSP, CISM, SABSA, TOGAF (security track), or AWS/Azure Security Specialty. Additional certifications such as OSCP, GREM, or CCSP are valued.