Senior Specialist Solutions Architect, Security, Specialist Solution Architect Team

Amazon Web Services (AWS); London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud platform is seeking a Senior Specialist Solutions Architect focused on security. In this role, you will drive the adoption of AWS Security services, working closely with enterprise customers to achieve their security and performance goals. You will design comprehensive security architectures, provide expert guidance on AWS security services, and lead security assessments. This position requires deep technical expertise and a passion for helping organizations innovate through secure solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience architecting solutions on cloud platforms.
• Expertise in IAM, encryption, and network security.

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

Advanced Threat Protection

Tools

Infrastructure as Code

IAM

KMS

GuardDuty

WAF

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Description

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

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/ technologies, and enterprise-grade implementation strategies. We are looking for technical experts who are 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

Design and implement comprehensive AWS security architectures adhering to industry best practices and compliance requirements

Provide expert guidance on AWS security services including IAM, KMS, GuardDuty, Security Hub, Shield, and WAF

Conduct security assessments and develop remediation strategies for enterprise customers

Create and review security policies, procedures, and technical documentation

Lead security architecture reviews and provide recommendations for risk mitigation

Assist customers in achieving compliance with regulatory standards (GDPR, PCI, ISO, etc.)

Develop security automation solutions and infrastructure as code templates

Perform threat modelling and security incident response planning

About The Team

AWS Values Your Experience

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

As we work toward our goal of becoming Earth's Best Employer, 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

Success at work shouldn't require compromise in personal life. 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 evangelising end-to-end technology roadmaps that guide 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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Company - AWS EMEA SARL (UK Branch)

Job ID: A2984368

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting, Information Technology, and Engineering

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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