Cloud Practice Lead / Cloud Architect / Service Desk Tier 3

ADVANTUS360; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT Security Solutions firm in Calgary seeks a Cloud Architect / Practice Lead to drive cloud network security services. You will lead technical solutions, provide mentorship, and shape service offerings in a hybrid work environment. Ideal for someone with 5+ years of experience in cloud network security and strong client-facing skills. Apply today to advance your cybersecurity career.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience designing and delivering network security solutions.
• Experience with large enterprises.
• Deep knowledge of cloud network security, including VPC/VNET design and IAM.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales and engineering to align solutions with business needs.
• Define and maintain cloud security architecture.
• Lead the design and development of project proposals.

Skills

Cloud network security expertise

Client-facing communication

Infrastructure-as-code proficiency

DevOps principles understanding

Education

Relevant architect level cloud certification

Tools

Terraform

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Employment Type : Full-Time, Immediate Start

Remote Work : Hybrid / Conditional

Salary : Based on level of experience

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on Cloud Architect / Practice Lead to drive the growth and delivery of our cloud network security services. As a key member of our technical team, you will combine deep technical expertise with strong client-facing skills to design, lead and deliver network security solutions across Azure, AWS, and GCP environments.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-trust environment where results matter and initiative is valued.

This role offers a unique opportunity to grow into a key leadership position within a fast-moving, high-impact consultancy. As our cloud practice expands, you’ll have the freedom to shape services, influence strategy, and build a high-performing team around you.

Our Foundation

• Core Values : Honest communication, respect-first approach, commitment to excellence, adherence to the golden rule, and curiosity that drives innovation guide every decision we make.
• Cultural Commitments : We prioritize people, ethics, collaboration, appropriate humour, trust, and accountability in all our relationships.
• Work-Life Balance : We recognize that sustainable security operations require meaningful time away from work.
• Innovation : Fresh perspectives drive our progress—we actively encourage team members to contribute ideas that enhance our security service offerings.
• Hybrid Work Environment : Our approach combines in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, emphasizing accountability regardless of location.
• Performance Excellence : As a focused cybersecurity organization, each team member directly impacts our clients' security posture and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with sales, engineering, and leadership to align technical solutions with business needs.

Define and maintain cloud security architecture, including segmentation, IAM, and monitoring.

Provide mentorship and guidance to team members during delivery engagement.

Lead the design and development of project proposals for cloud and cloud network security solutions.

Act as technical lead and delivery for all cloud-related projects, ensuring consistent, high-quality delivery.

Serve as Tier 3 escalation point for cloud support issues across client environment.

Essential Qualifications

Technical Foundation :

5+ years of hands-on experience designing and delivering network security solutions in AWS, Azure, or GCP (multi-cloud experience is a plus).

Experience working with large enterprise.

Deep knowledge of cloud network security, including VPC / VNET design, identity and access management, firewall integration, and secure connectivity patterns.

Proficiency in infrastructure-as-a-code (Terraform, ARM / Bicep, CloudFormation).

Experience implementing cloud native services, container platforms, and on premises connectivity.

Strong grasp of DevOps principles and CI / DC pipelines.

At least one relevant architect level cloud certification.

Professional Skills :

Client facing experience, including pre-sales support, proposal development, and stakeholder communication.

Beneficial Experience

Palo Alto VM-Series and cloud firewall / NGFW experience.

Palo Alto Prisma / Cortex Cloud experience.

About ADVANTUS360

Advantus360 is an IT Security Solutions organization offering professional services and resale of best-of-breed IT Security products. We support organizations seeking to manage rapidly changing technology requirements, growing threats, and an industry short on resources.

As an equal opportunity employer, our hiring practices ensure that we respect Human Rights and diversity using non-discriminatory recruitment and selection. Advantus360 hires based on “best fit” for the job. Our organization fosters a culture of equality, compassion, and cooperation.

Ready to advance your cybersecurity career? Apply today to begin your cybersecurity career journey with ADVANTUS360, where we continue to set the standard of trusted excellence in cybersecurity.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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