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AWS Security Architect

Sweeney Strategies LLC
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/17/2025

One of our clients is seeking a 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 in securing complex cloud environments. This role requires a minimum of 3 days on-site per week. (Please note : parking is not provided for contractors.)

Key Responsibilities

Security Architecture :

  • Design and implement a robust security architecture for our AWS environment, including 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 transition on-premises servers and applications to AWS cloud.
  • Assess security implications of each migration step and implement appropriate 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 integrate security into all aspects of the development lifecycle.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship on AWS security best practices.
  • Requirements

    Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 7 years of experience with AWS security services (IAM, KMS, VPC, Security Groups, NACLs, WAF, Shield, Inspector, GuardDuty, Macie).
  • 7 years of 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).
  • AWS Security Specialty certification is a plus.
  • Benefits

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