Remote Principal Cloud Security Architect (Contract)

Alignerr Corp.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 165,000 - 289,000; Full time

Job summary

Alignerr Corp. is seeking a Principal Cloud Security Architect to evaluate complex cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and GCP, identifying security risks before incidents.

This fully remote, hourly contract role requires deep architectural thinking and clear communication to deliver actionable mitigation guidance and structured reports. Ideal candidates will demonstrate hands-on expertise in cloud security, deep IAM and network design knowledge, and the ability to document complex

Qualifications

• Deep, hands-on experience in cloud security architecture across one or more major cloud platforms.
• Strong command of IAM models, network design principles, and cloud service security models.
• Ability to analyse and document complex multi-service architectures clearly and concisely.
• Effective written communicator who can translate technical findings into structured, actionable reports.

Responsibilities

• Assess cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP for security gaps and structural weaknesses.
• Review IAM configurations, permission models, network segmentation, and resource policies.
• Identify misconfigurations, privilege escalation risks, and insecure design patterns.
• Document architectural flaws in clear, structured formats and provide actionable mitigation guidance.
• Validate cloud environments against established security frameworks and industry best practices.
• Support recurring security assessments across evolving cloud environments and deployment patterns.

Job description

Alignerr Corp. is seeking a Principal Cloud Security Architect to evaluate complex cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and GCP, identifying security risks before incidents.

This fully remote, hourly contract role requires deep architectural thinking and clear communication to deliver actionable mitigation guidance and structured reports. Ideal candidates will demonstrate hands-on expertise in cloud security, deep IAM and network design knowledge, and the ability to document complex