Security Architect

Title: Security Architect Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

**Why work at Nebius**Nebius is leading a new era in cloud computing to serve the global AI economy. We create the tools and resources our customers need to solve real-world challenges and transform industries, without massive infrastructure costs or the need to build large in-house AI/ML teams. Our employees work at the cutting edge of AI cloud infrastructure alongside some of the most experienced and innovative leaders and engineers in the field.

**Where we work**Headquartered in Amsterdam and listed on Nasdaq, Nebius has a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, North America, and Israel. The team of over 1400 employees includes more than 400 highly skilled engineers with deep expertise across hardware and software engineering, as well as an in-house AI R&D team.

The role

Nebius is looking for an experienced Security Architect to join the Cyber Security organization, reporting to the Security Architect Manager.

This role focuses on designing and implementing secure architectures across corporate networks and cloud environments. You will play a key role in defining secure solutions, reviewing system designs, and ensuring security is embedded across enterprise infrastructure.

The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on expertise in network and cloud security, along with the ability to work closely with IT, Infrastructure, DevOps, and Engineering teams to drive secure and scalable implementations.

You’re welcome to work in our offices in Amsterdam.

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Design and implement secure architectures across corporate networks, cloud platforms, and hybrid environments.
• Define and maintain security standards, guidelines, and reference architectures aligned with organizational requirements.
• Review and approve architecture and design of new systems, infrastructure, and network changes.
• Design and support secure enterprise network architectures, including segmentation, Zero Trust, and remote access solutions.
• Define and implement controls for firewalls, ZTNA, proxies, and network access control (NAC).
• Design secure cloud architectures including IAM, networking, and workload protection.
• Ensure proper implementation of cloud security controls such as segmentation, encryption, and monitoring.
• Define and support identity and access management controls, including SSO, MFA, and privileged access.
• Contribute to endpoint security architecture, including EDR/XDR and device hardening standards.
• Identify security risks and architectural gaps and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Participate in architecture reviews, risk assessments, and security design discussions.
• Collaborate with SOC, Vulnerability Management, IT, and Engineering teams to improve overall security posture.
• Support implementation of security architecture initiatives and improvements across the organization.

We expect you to have: 

• 5+ years of experience in cyber security, with a focus on network and/or cloud security.
• Strong hands-on experience in enterprise network security (firewalls, segmentation, VPN, proxies, NAC, etc.).
• Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and cloud security best practices.
• Solid understanding of identity and access management (IAM), Active Directory / Entra ID, and access control models.
• Experience working in hybrid environments (on-premise + cloud).
• Strong understanding of security architecture principles and risk-based design.
• Experience working cross-functionally with IT, Infrastructure, DevOps, and Engineering teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

It will be an added bonus if you have: 

• Experience with Zero Trust architecture and network segmentation strategies.
• Familiarity with cloud security tools (e.g., Wiz).
• Experience with enterprise identity platforms (Entra ID / Azure AD, Okta, etc.).
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, etc.).
• Experience in SaaS, cloud-native, or enterprise-scale environments.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent.
• BSc in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

What we offer 

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth within Nebius.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment that values initiative and innovation.

We’re growing and expanding our products every day. If you’re up to the challenge and are excited about AI and ML as much as we are, join us!