Cloud DevOps Security Architect

Job Title: Cloud DevOps Security Architect

Location: Frisco TX – 3 days Onsite (3 onsite)

Duration: Long Term

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Architect with a deep understanding of hyper-scalar cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) to architect, design, and build private cloud solutions similar to hyper-scalar platforms. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive knowledge of cloud network, platform, and security, along with the ability to lead technical teams and manage platform (product) delivery. Additional experience with containers, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and GitOps practices is essential.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop multi-tenant solutions for cloud Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) offerings.
• Architect, deploy, and operate multi-cloud security solutions/platforms at an enterprise scale.
• Create end-to-end technical solutions in the security domain to meet business and customer needs.
• Define and manage the platform (product) roadmap, prioritizing features and technical solutions based on business needs and customer feedback.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define the vision for the platform, and drive development priorities.
• Lead and coordinate the technical team to deliver on product goals, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery.
• Develop self-service capabilities to enable customer onboarding and user management on the platform.
• Assess and provide guidance on clients' security architectures and requirements.
• Establish and implement policies to enhance security posture and minimize threat exposure.
• Identify, evaluate, and integrate modern security tools, technologies, and best practices across a multi-cloud landscape.
• Provide architecture guidance on cloud-native solutions, security frameworks, and policy compliance.
• Engage with ITSM functions (Change Management, Incident Management, Problem Management, Request Management) to align with platform needs and governance.

Technical Skills & Experience:

• Experience working within DevOps and GitOps teams, implementing automation and CI/CD practices.
• Proficient in developing infrastructure and operations code, platforms, and automation frameworks.
• Extensive experience across the full solution lifecycle: design, development, implementation, operationalization, and support.
• In-depth understanding of core cloud services across AWS, Azure, and GCP, including APIs and integration techniques.
• Strong expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM), policies, network configurations, and security services:

o Authoring and managing IAM and organizational policies.
o Developing applications utilizing private networks (e.g., private endpoints, VNet integrations, IPSec configurations).

• Hands-on experience creating Git pipelines to manage and automate platform operations.
• Proficiency in developing applications in Python, or GoLang.
• Experience building SAML and OAuth-based applications for secure authentication and authorization.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, and ARM templates.
• Knowledge and experience with Kubernetes (K8s) development and container orchestration.
• Practical understanding of ITSM processes, including Change Management, Incident Management, Problem Management, and Request Management, in a large-scale enterprise environment.
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer are a plus.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $65.00 - $75.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Information security: 1 year (Preferred)
• Network security: 1 year (Preferred)
• Software deployment: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CISSP (Preferred)
• ITIL Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Frisco, TX 75033 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Frisco, TX 75033: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Frisco, TX 75033

Salary : $65 - $75