Cloud Security Architect
$149,000–$181,000 year
On-siteBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Design and implement cloud security strategies and policies tailored to organizational needs, ensuring data and application security against unauthorized access and threats. Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities, then review remediation options from monitoring and assessment tooling. Collaborate with network engineers, developers, and operational teams to integrate cloud security measures into existing systems, while staying current on emerging technologies and best practices. Manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment, utilizing AI-assisted tools to enhance productivity and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
Required Qualifications
- A bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
- More than 7 years of cloud security experience, focusing on designing and implementing secure cloud computing solutions
- A strong understanding of cloud computing technologies, including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and CIS Controls
- Familiarity with cloud security platforms like Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, and Google Cloud Platform
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to think strategically and tactically about complex cloud security issues
- Excellent communication skills, including communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- The ability to work independently but collaborate closely and effectively with developers and other IT professionals at project start and critical project junctures
- The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and a commitment to quality work
Desired Qualifications
- Certifications such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Cloud Architect (CCA)
- Identity Access Management and Identity Provider technologies and features
- Authentication and authorization strategies; SSO
- DevSecOps practices and testing as part of CICD pipeline workflows
- Key and secrets management services
- Networking and security best practices using VPC/VNet/Subnet deployment
- Kubernetes technology including network policy management
- Experience with private link / endpoint strategies
- Experience using AI-assisted tools (e.g. copilots, summarisation tools, or chatbots) with an ability to critically evaluate and verify AI-generated outputs
- Demonstrated ability to learn, evaluate, adapt to, propose and implement AI-augmented workflows in order to continually enhance your own, and the team's productivity
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