Data Security Architect

Company Description

Join a multibillion-dollar global company that brings together amazing technology, people, and operational scale to become a powerhouse in the memory industry. Headquartered in Rancho Cordova, California, Solidigm combines elements of an established, successful technology company with the spirit, agility, and entrepreneurial mindset of a start-up. In addition to the U.S. headquarters and other facilities in the U.S., the company has international presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Solidigm will continue to lead the world in innovating new Memory technologies with aspirations to be the #1 NAND memory company in the world. At Solidigm, we view problems as opportunities to define innovative solutions that hold the power to change the world and unleash the potential technological needs that the future holds. At Solidigm, we are One Team that fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that embraces individual uniqueness and empowers us to bring our best selves to deliver excellence in support of Solidigm's vision and mission to be the go-to partner for optimized data storage solutions. You can be part of the takeoff of an innovative business that develops cutting-edge products, delivers strong business value for customers, provides an engaging workplace for its employees, and serves a greater impact on the world. This is a golden opportunity for the right applicant to join us and help design, build, and lead Solidigm. We want a diverse team of dedicated professionals who will not just be Solidigm team members but contribute to how we shape the future of the organization. We are seeking applicants who will grow and thrive in our culture; be customer inspired, trusting, innovative, team-oriented, inclusive, results driven, collaborative, passionate, and flexible.

Job Description

Join Solidigm as a Data Security Architect and shape the future of enterprise data protection in an AI-driven world. You'll be at the forefront of securing sensitive data across traditional and cutting-edge AI systems while driving our Azure cloud transformation and expanding GenAI initiatives. This is a strategic role where you'll build robust security frameworks that enable innovation while maintaining the highest standards of data protection.

What You'll Do

Data Protection & Governance

• Architect and implement comprehensive data security solutions including Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Data Classification & Labeling, Information Rights Management (IRM), and advanced email security
• Deploy and optimize Microsoft Purview and Microsoft Defender to create a unified data protection ecosystem
• Design data security policies and automated monitoring frameworks that ensure continuous compliance and audit readiness

AI Security Leadership

• Pioneer AI security initiatives by collaborating with AI/ML and enterprise architecture teams to establish security guardrails for AI operations
• Implement advanced AI security controls including prompt sanitization, output filtering, adversarial input detection, and sensitive data redaction
• Develop security frameworks for GenAI platforms addressing emerging threats like prompt injections and AI-specific attack vectors

Cloud Security Excellence

• Lead cloud security integration initiatives with Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, Azure Key Vault, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Ensure seamless security across cloud-native, hybrid, and on-premises environments
• Support Design and implement secure identity and access management solutions that scale with business needs

Encryption & Key Management

• Oversee enterprise-wide encryption strategies and implement secure key management using Azure Key Vault, and Venafi
• Ensure end-to-end data protection throughout the complete data lifecycle
• Design cryptographic solutions that meet regulatory requirements while maintaining operational efficiency (encryption at rest, in transit, and in use)

Qualifications

• 8-12+ years of progressive experience in data protection, cloud security, or enterprise IT operations
• Deep expertise with the Microsoft Security ecosystem, including hands-on experience with Purview, Defender suite, Defender for Cloud Apps, Azure Key Vault, and Information Rights Management
• Proven track record implementing DLP, CASB, encryption, and secure cloud integrations in enterprise environments
• Strong understanding of AI/ML security challenges and emerging threat landscapes

Preferred Qualifications

• GenAI Security Experience: Hands-on experience securing generative AI platforms and implementing AI-specific security controls
• Technical Leadership: Experie