Global Solutions Security Architect IV, Google Cloud

Global Solutions Security Architect IV, Google Cloud Recruiting for locations: Addison, TX; Atlanta, GA; Boulder, CO; Chicago, IL; Miami, FL; Austin, TX. Advanced Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and influencing stakeholders; deep expertise in domain. Application window open until at least October 17, 2025. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs. Minimum qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience. 10 years of experience in technical sales, consulting, or solutions architecture. Experience developing technical assets and content supporting go‑to‑market motions. Preferred qualifications Master's degree in Computer Science or related field. Experience contributing to program management or operational support for cyber defense transformation. Experience in modernizing SOCs through development of threat‑driven strategies, Target Operating Models, advanced detection engineering methodologies, and optimization of Continuous Detection/Continuous Response frameworks. Technical expertise in Google Security Operations and competitive technologies (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, Wiz) for detection and response. Expertise in secure multi‑cloud environments (e.g., Google Cloud) and hybrid cloud architectures for detection and response. About the job The Global Solutions team constructs all sales plays as part of the overall Go‑To‑Market (GTM) strategy within Google Cloud. The Security Practice - Build team is a core part of this organization, responsible for driving the technical GTM asset creation specifically for security. As the Security Solution Architect, you will be a technical architect within the Security Practice - Build team. Your responsibilities include building highly technical assets and solution architectures that enable the global sales and field engineering teams to drive the GTM financial plan. Google Cloud accelerates organizations' ability to digitally transform their business and industry. We deliver enterprise‑grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting‑edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth. US base salary range: $227,000–$320,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on work location and experience. Responsibilities Lead the development of reusable technical assets and solution architectures for security sales plays focused on next‑generation security operations. Drive creation of technical solutions and messaging around autonomous and agentic Security Operations Centers (SOC). Ensure all technical practices and messages for the security practice align with GTM sales and product strategy. Act as a deep technical subject matter expert for the field to ensure best practices and product innovation are effectively executed. Develop high‑impact content, including reference architectures, demos, deployment guides, and field enablement materials supporting large‑scale GTM motions. Applicants Google is a global company. English proficiency is required for all roles. Google accepts no agency resumes. For accommodation requests, please complete our Accommodations for Applicants form. Google is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, or other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr