Cloud Security Architect

Job Description: Cloud Security SME – CNAPP & Cloud Architecture

Houston, TX & Juno Beach, FL

Contract - 12 Months

W2 Contract

Role Summary

Senior security professional to design cloud security architecture, deploy and operationalize CNAPP platforms, and guide cross-functional teams across a multi-cloud enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud security architecture across AWS, GCP and Azure
• Deploy and manage CNAPP platforms (Upwind) including sensors, cloud collectors, CSPM policies, and RBAC/SSO configuration
• Govern S3 bucket security, IAM least-privilege models, and GCP security controls
• Integrate CNAPP with CrowdStrike, Tenable, and SIEM/SOAR tooling
• Drive vulnerability prioritization by correlating runtime context with scan findings
• Define and maintain RBAC frameworks and access governance workflows (e.g., ServiceNow)
• Mentor and guide VM, App Sec, SOC, and BU security teams

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years in cloud security; 3+ years in an SME or architecture role
• Hands-on Upwind, Wiz, or Prisma Cloud deployment experience
• Deep expertise in AWS (IAM, GuardDuty, S3, CloudTrail) and GCP (SCC, VPC Service Controls)
• Strong CSPM and agentless/eBPF sensor deployment experience
• Familiarity with NERC CIP, NIST 800-53, or CIS compliance frameworks
• Experience producing executive-level architecture and governance documentation

Preferred

• Certifications: CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, CISSP
• Exposure to ServiceNow VRM, AI-assisted security workflows, or lab/POC environment buildouts