SC Cleared AWS Cloud Security Architect

Sanderson Government & Defence; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A government security firm is seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Security Architect for a long-term contract in London. The role involves leading the design and implementation of secure cloud solutions while ensuring compliance with UK government security standards. Active SC clearance is mandatory, along with strong AWS cloud security experience and a background in UK government projects.

Qualifications

• Active SC clearance is essential.
• Strong AWS cloud security architecture experience required.
• Background in secure UK Gov or Defence projects necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of secure cloud solutions.
• Implement solutions ensuring compliance with UK government security standards.

Skills

AWS cloud security architecture experience

Solid understanding of IAM

Knowledge of encryption

Experience with KMS

Familiarity with logging

DevSecOps knowledge

Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)

Job description

AWS Cloud Security Architect - SC Cleared
Location: London (Hybrid, 2-3 days onsite)
Duration: 12 months
Clearance: Active SC required
Rate:£700 inside IR35

We're looking for an experienced AWS Cloud Security Architect to join a secure government programme on a long-term contract. You'll lead the design and implementation of secure cloud solutions, ensuring compliance with UK government security standards.

Requirements:

• Active SC clearance (essential)
• Strong AWS cloud security architecture experience
• Background in secure UK Gov or Defence projects
• Solid understanding of IAM, encryption, KMS, logging, DevSecOps, and IaC (Terraform)

Reasonable Adjustments:

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