Senior Cloud Security Architect - Contractor
Remote—United States | Long-Term Contract: 12–24 Months
For our direct client, a prestigious global organization, we seek an experienced IT professional to join the team in a high-impact role shaping the security of complex, cloud-based applications and platforms. We’re seeking an experienced Cloud Security Architect who combines deep technical expertise with a proactive, practical approach to risk.
Responsibilities:
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Design secure, scalable cloud and application architectures.
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Develop security frameworks, standards, threat models, and architectural blueprints.
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Partner with architects, developers, and business stakeholders to embed security throughout the development lifecycle.
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Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines, including GitHub Actions.
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Conduct security assessments and risk analyses, documenting risks and mitigating controls.
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Guide development teams and provide technical leadership on application, identity, network, and cloud security.
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Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend security improvements.
Desired Experience:
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10+ years of experience across security architecture, cloud security, application security, threat modeling, identity and authentication, penetration testing, cryptography, or network security.
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Strong expertise with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud and their security capabilities.
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Deep understanding of security frameworks and standards, including NIST, CIS, CSA, ISO, and OWASP.
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Experience securing cloud-native applications, microservices, and CI/CD environments.
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Strong software architecture or development background; familiarity with Java, .NET, Python, or JavaScript is valuable.
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Excellent problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills.
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
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CISSP, CISM, Azure Cybersecurity Expert, or a comparable certification is highly desirable.
This is an excellent opportunity to influence enterprise security strategy while working remotely on complex, globally deployed solutions.
Immediate interview and hire! Apply today!
