Enterprise Architect/ AWS Security

Required Skills / Experience :

• Strong understanding of AWS security services, including IAM, KMS, VPC, Security Groups, NACLs, WAF, Shield, Inspector, GuardDuty, and Macie : 7 Years
• Experience with cloud migration strategies and tools : 7 Years
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform) : 7 Years
• Solid understanding of networking concepts, including routing, firewalls, and VPNs : 7 Years
• Experience with CI / CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI / CD, AWS CodePipeline) : 7 Years
• Certification in AWS Security Specialty is a plus : 2 Years

About the Role :

The Client is seeking a highly skilled AWS Security Architect to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of our cloud security infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of AWS security best practices, and a proven track record of securing complex cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities :

Security Architecture :

• Design and implement a robust security architecture for our AWS environment, including identity and access management (IAM), network security, data protection, and threat detection.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest AWS security best practices and industry standards.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Migration Strategy :

• Develop and execute a comprehensive migration strategy to seamlessly transition our on-premises servers and applications to the AWS cloud.
• Assess the security implications of each migration step and implement appropriate security controls.

Incident Response :

• Lead incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, and remediation of security breaches.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans.

Team Collaboration :

• Collaborate with development, operations, and other teams to ensure security is integrated into all aspects of the development lifecycle.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members on security best practices.

Start date : 01 / 27 / 2025

Work Location : Richmond, VA

Hybrid work schedule : Yes_ minimum 3 days a week required

Interview : Remote

• Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.
• Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.