Cloud Security Architect / Solution Architect (W2 Contract Only/ No 3rd Parties)
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Job Description
Cloud Security Architect / Solution Architect
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Location: Sterling, VA (Onsite)
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Duration: 6 Months Contract – Possible Extension
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Rate: $100/hr on W2
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Job Summary
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Seeking a senior Cloud Security Architect with 7+ years of experience in cloud security architecture across AWS, Azure, and GCP. The role will provide security leadership across cloud architecture, IAM, AI/ML security, network security, automation, and cloud-native technologies.
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Required Qualifications
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- 7+ years of Cloud Security Architecture experience.
- Strong hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, and GCP security.
- Experience with cloud security tools such as AWS GuardDuty, Azure Defender for Cloud, and GCP Security Command Center.
- Strong knowledge of IAM, networking, WAF/CDN, VPN, Zero Trust, and secrets management.
- Experience with Terraform/CloudFormation/Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, and serverless security.
- Experience with SIEM/logging platforms such as Splunk or Chronicle.
- Strong scripting skills in Python, Node.js, Go, or Bash.
- Experience with AWS CLI, PowerShell, or Bash.
- Experience building security automation and integrating security tools into pipelines.
- Knowledge of NIST CSF, CIS Benchmarks, and SOC 2.
- Strong communication, documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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Preferred / Nice to Have
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- Experience securing AI/ML, LLM APIs, training data, and RAG pipelines.
- Azure, GCP, or AWS cloud certifications.
- CISSP or CompTIA Security+.
- Experience with Wiz, Splunk, or Brinqa integrations.
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