Senior Cloud & Security Architect

Kpaonline; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

KPA is seeking a Senior Cloud & Security Engineer to own our cloud infrastructure, security platforms, identity, automation, and modernization initiatives. The role combines hands-on engineering with leadership across Microsoft 365, Azure, and AWS, while strengthening security posture and operational maturity.

You will lead complex projects, advocate for Zero Trust, and collaborate with IT Operations and DevOps to ensure secure, scalable day‑to‑day operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure, systems engineering, security engineering, or a related senior technical role.
• Strong experience administering Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Azure, Windows Server, Exchange Online, and hybrid identity.
• Experience with enterprise security platforms such as CrowdStrike, Rapid7, Cisco Umbrella, Duo, or equivalent technologies.
• Strong understanding of identity, networking, endpoint management, vulnerability management, and Zero Trust security principles.
• Experience supporting SOC 2 or similar compliance frameworks.
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft AZ-104, AZ-500, MS-102, SC-300, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or equivalent certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own KPA's enterprise security platforms and related technologies.
• Lead vulnerability management, endpoint security, identity security, privileged access, and security hardening initiatives.
• Investigate and respond to complex security incidents with IT Operations.
• Own security controls for SOC 2 and audit requirements.
• Collaborate on cloud modernization, domain consolidation, and platform upgrades.
• Lead complex security and cloud projects from planning through validation.
• Build automation using PowerShell, Microsoft Graph, REST APIs, and AI-assisted tooling.
• Produce clear technical documentation, plans, rollback procedures, and handoffs.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience

Tools

CrowdStrike

Rapid7

Cisco Umbrella

Cisco Duo

Microsoft 365

Entra ID

Azure

Exchange Online

Hybrid Identity

Job description

KPA is seeking a Senior Cloud & Security Engineer to own our cloud infrastructure, security platforms, identity, automation, and modernization initiatives. The role combines hands-on engineering with leadership across Microsoft 365, Azure, and AWS, while strengthening security posture and operational maturity.

You will lead complex projects, advocate for Zero Trust, and collaborate with IT Operations and DevOps to ensure secure, scalable day‑to‑day operations.