Cyber Solution Architect

Our work spans :- Security Operations Centres (SOC) & MDR- OT/ICS Security for power, manufacturing & critical infrastructure- VAPT & Secure Code Review for large digital ecosystems- Digital Forensics, Cybercrime & Incident Response- AI-driven Threat Intelligence & Automation- Zero Trust & Cloud Security Architectures (AWS/Azure/GCP)- National-scale Cyber Command & Control Centre implementationsWe have delivered projects of national importance, including multi-year cybersecurity programs, cybercrime integration platforms, and advanced SOC deployments.Our teams work closely with global OEMs such as Google SecOps, Cisco, Splunk, Microsoft, Palo Alto, CrowdStrike, and others to design and implement next-generation security solutions.ParadigmIT is part of a larger technology group with a strong reputation in mission-critical systems-from smart cities and public safety to AI platforms and enterprise technology.This foundation enables us to pursue and deliver complex, high-value cybersecurity projects with both speed and scale.At ParadigmIT, you will join a fast-paced, founder-led environment with high visibility, strong industry partnerships, and the opportunity to tackle large-scale, high-impact cybersecurity challenges.This role is central to our mission of winning and executing India's next-generation cybersecurity programs.Role Overview :We are looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Solution Architect who will act as the technical anchor for all cybersecurity tenders and RFP-driven opportunities.This person will :- Understand complex customer requirements- Design complete architectures (HLD & LLD)- Build technical solutions across SOC, OT, TI, DFIR, Zero Trust, Cloud, VAPT ecosystems- Define BoQs, sizing, OEM selections, and costing- Drive technical compliance and support the bid team end-to-endKey Responsibilities :1. RFP/Tender Analysis :- Review RFPs, RFIs, and tenders in detail- Perform gap analysis, compliance matrices, and clarifications- Identify feasibility, risks, and solution boundaries2. Solution Architecture & Design :- Create HLDs, LLDs, network diagrams, workflows, and architecture blueprints- Design end-to-end solutions across :a. SOC (SIEM, SOAR, EDR, UEBA, NDR, TI, Log Management)b. OT/ICS securityc. Cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)d. Zero Trust, IAM/PAM, SASE, CASB, DLPe. Red/Blue/Purple Team ecosystemsf. Digital Forensics & Cybercrime infra- Align solutions to CIS, NIST, MITRE, ISO frameworks3. Pricing & BoQ Ownership :- Prepare complete BoQ (licenses, hardware, software, services, manpower)- Work with OEMs to finalize sizing, product selection, and pricing- Prepare cost sheets, margin sheets, implementation timelines- Right OEM selection & negotiations for better pricing4. Proposal & Bid Support :- Write all technical content required for proposals- Validate solution sections of the final bid- Participate in pre-bid meetings, presentations, and customer workshops- Work with internal teams to build competitive, compliant solutions5. Cross-Functional Collaboration :- Coordinate with SOC, VAPT, DFIR, OT, Cloud teams for solution validation- Engage with OEM partners to align product-based solutions- Support delivery teams on architecture feasibility6. Knowledge Management :- Maintain updated architecture templates, sizing models, and solution documents- Build reusable frameworks to speed up future tenders- Track cybersecurity technology advancementsRequired Skills & Experience :- SOC / SIEM / SOAR / EDR / UEBA- OT/ICS security- IAM/PAM- Threat Intelligence- Digital Forensics- Cloud security- Ability to size solutions (EPS, storage, assets, compute, network flows)Preferred Certifications :- CISSP / CISM- CCSP- ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer- GIAC (GCIA, GCIH, GRID, GCTI)- Splunk Architect, Cisco Security, Palo Alto, Microsoft Security (ref:hirist.tech)