Cloud Security Architect - Remote

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Home office stipend

Health benefits

401k plan with company matching

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking an experienced Cloud Security Architect to design, implement, and govern secure cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and GCP. This fully remote role invites you to shape security strategies for a globally distributed team.

You will lead threat modeling, define IAM and data protection controls, and collaborate with engineering and operations to ensure compliant, resilient cloud deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years focused specifically on cloud security architecture.
• Extensive experience with major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their native security services.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, including IAM, network security, data encryption, and compliance.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing security controls for IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments.
• Experience with security automation and orchestration tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex security concepts.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or CISSP are highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence technical teams in a remote setting.]
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Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure cloud architectures, adhering to best practices and compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures for cloud environments.
• Identify and assess security risks associated with cloud services and applications.
• Implement and manage cloud security tools, including IAM, security monitoring, and data protection solutions.
• Lead threat modeling exercises for cloud-based systems and applications.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure secure deployment and operation of cloud resources.
• Monitor cloud environments for security threats and breaches, and lead incident response efforts.
• Stay updated on the latest cloud security trends, vulnerabilities, and emerging threats.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on cloud security best practices to stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain documentation for cloud security architecture and configurations.

Skills

Cloud security architecture

IAM

Threat modeling

Security monitoring

Data encryption

Compliance

Security automation

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is searching for an experienced Cloud Security Architect to join our innovative team. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to the security of our cloud infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing secure cloud environments across various platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. This position requires a deep understanding of cloud computing technologies, security best practices, and threat modeling within cloud ecosystems. As a key player, you will drive the development of robust security strategies, ensuring our cloud assets are protected against sophisticated cyber threats. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned architect to shape the future of our cloud security posture and work with a collaborative, globally distributed team. We are seeking an individual passionate about cloud security and dedicated to building resilient, secure digital foundations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure cloud architectures, adhering to best practices and compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures for cloud environments.
• Identify and assess security risks associated with cloud services and applications.
• Implement and manage cloud security tools, including identity and access management (IAM), security monitoring, and data protection solutions.
• Lead threat modeling exercises for cloud-based systems and applications.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure secure deployment and operation of cloud resources.
• Monitor cloud environments for security threats and breaches, and lead incident response efforts.
• Stay updated on the latest cloud security trends, vulnerabilities, and emerging threats.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on cloud security best practices to stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain documentation for cloud security architecture and configurations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years focused specifically on cloud security architecture.
• Extensive experience with major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their native security services.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, including IAM, network security, data encryption, and compliance.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing security controls for IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments.
• Experience with security automation and orchestration tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex security concepts.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or CISSP are highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence technical teams in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Home office setup allowance.
• Professional development budget for certifications and training.
• 401k plan with company matching.
• Access to cutting-edge cloud security technologies.
• Opportunity to shape critical cloud security strategies.