Senior Specialist Solutions Architect, Security, Specialist Solution Architect Team

ENGINEERINGUK; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect specializing in security solutions. The role involves designing AWS security architectures, providing expert guidance on security services, and assisting clients with compliance. Ideal candidates will have deep technical expertise in AWS security services and a passion for innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience architecting/operating solutions on cloud services.
• Expertise in IAM, encryption, network security, and cloud security controls.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement AWS security architectures.
• Conduct security assessments and develop remediation strategies.
• Assist customers in achieving compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Cloud Security Architecture

Security Automation and DevSecOps

Advanced Threat Protection

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Senior Specialist Solutions Architect, Security, Specialist Solution Architect Team

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DESCRIPTION

AWS is seeking an exceptional Senior Solutions Architect specializing in security solutions for enterprise customers across the United Kingdom.

You'll be instrumental in driving the adoption of AWS Security services while helping organizations achieve their security and performance goals through innovative architectures.

This role requires deep technical expertise in AWS Security services and enterprise-grade implementation strategies. We are looking for technical experts passionate about working with organizations to help them innovate and transform through comprehensive security and computing solutions.

You'll work directly with a diverse range of customers to help them make optimal technical decisions in their security services journey, balancing innovation with practical constraints and compliance requirements. You'll have the opportunity to build enduring relationships with these organizations and establish yourself as a trusted technical advisor in the security and services space.

Key job responsibilities

1. Design and implement comprehensive AWS security architectures adhering to industry best practices and compliance requirements
2. Provide expert guidance on AWS security services including IAM, KMS, GuardDuty, Security Hub, Shield, and WAF
3. Conduct security assessments and develop remediation strategies for enterprise customers
4. Create and review security policies, procedures, and technical documentation
5. Lead security architecture reviews and provide recommendations for risk mitigation
6. Assist customers in achieving compliance with regulatory standards (GDPR, PCI, ISO, etc.)
7. Develop security automation solutions and infrastructure as code templates
8. Perform threat modelling and security incident response planning

About the team

We encourage all candidates to apply, regardless of whether you meet every qualification listed. Whether you're early in your career, have followed a non-traditional path, or bring alternative experiences - we want to hear from you.

Why AWS?

As the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, Amazon Web Services (AWS) pioneered cloud computing and continues to innovate. From ambitious startups to Global 500 companies, organizations trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Culture

Learning and curiosity are fundamental to AWS. Our employee-led affinity groups foster an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated. Through continuous learning experiences and events, we create spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work.

Professional Development

We invest heavily in our people. You'll have access to extensive knowledge-sharing opportunities, mentorship programs, and career development resources to help you grow professionally.

Work/Life Harmony

We promote flexibility in our working culture and support a balanced approach to career and personal commitments. When people feel supported both professionally and personally, innovation thrives.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience architecting/operating solutions built on any cloud service provider like Azure, AWS, GCP, OCI, etc.
• Experience developing technology solutions and guiding IT transformations toward cloud computing
• Cloud Security Architecture: Expertise in IAM, encryption (KMS), network security, VPC design, and implementation of cloud security controls and guardrails.
• Advanced Threat Protection: Proficiency in security monitoring, logging, DDoS protection, WAF configuration, and container/serverless security.
• Security Automation and DevSecOps: Strong skills in Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation/Terraform), security automation, and orchestration to embed security throughout the development lifecycle.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience architecting, migrating, transforming or modernizing customer requirements to the cloud

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