AWS Cloud Security Architect
We are seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Security Architect to lead the design and implementation of security solutions across our cloud infrastructure. As a subject matter expert in AWS IAM and AWS Security Services, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure best practices and secure architecture principles are upheld.
This role requires strong expertise in cloud security architecture, IAM governance, automation, and compliance, as well as a hands-on approach to designing and deploying security solutions.
Responsibilities:
* Security Architecture & Implementation: Design and implement security solutions following the AWS Well-Architected Framework. Ensure security solutions align with business strategy and integrate with existing systems. Collaborate with teams to develop scalable, reliable, and secure cloud environments. Work with stakeholders to review and approve architecture designs.
* IAM & Cloud Security Expertise: Act as a subject matter expert in AWS IAM and Security Services best practices. Identify security gaps and implement proactive improvements. Stay up to date with cloud security advancements and communicate key updates to teams. Provide guidance on IAM governance, least privilege access, and policy management.
* Knowledge Management & Documentation: Maintain up-to-date architectural diagrams and security documentation. Ensure clear documentation of cloud security processes and best practices.
* Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and teams. Oversee projects to ensure they are delivered on time and within scope.
* Cloud Security Services Deployment & Support: Deploy AWS security services following Infrastructure as Code principles (CloudFormation). Support incident management, troubleshooting, and resolution.
* Tooling & Automation: Develop and maintain internal security tools to improve efficiency and compliance.
Experience:
* 5+ years of experience in AWS Cloud Security Architecture.
* AWS Associate Level Certification is required.
* Strong expertise in AWS IAM, least privilege policies, and identity provider integrations.
* Hands-on experience in secure architecture design and security best practices.
* Proficiency in Python and Bash scripting.
* Experience working in an Agile environment.
Preferred:
* AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional or AWS Security Specialty certification.
* Experience with Microsoft AD, Azure Entra ID, and AWS Service Control Policies.