Cyber Security Architect – Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +14 more states.

📋 Description

• Conduct reviews of cloud security posture and configurations to identify misconfigurations, gaps in security controls, migration support requirements, and areas for improvement.

• Implement assessment workflows based on CSPM and utilize automated scanning techniques.

• Evaluate cloud configurations against established standards and map discrepancies to NIST, ISO, CIS, and regulatory requirements.

• Analyze assessment findings and produce client-ready reports with prioritized remediation suggestions and actionable plans.

• Examine domains such as identity and access management, network segmentation, logging and monitoring, workload configurations, and security governance.

• Collaborate with engagement leads and stakeholders to confirm findings and align recommendations with client operational models.

• Partner with clients and business leaders to support statements of work and ensure effective engagement delivery.

• Work collaboratively across IT, engineering, and security teams to promote the adoption of cloud security controls and enhance operational efficiencies.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.

• 3–5 years of relevant professional experience.

• A cloud certification is mandatory (Azure/AWS/GCP).

• Proven experience in delivering cloud security assessments for Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and/or AWS environments.

• Experience with configuration analysis and remediation strategy development.

• Practical experience in implementing, migrating, and operating security controls in Microsoft Azure and/or Microsoft 365 environments.

• Solid understanding of identity and access management practices in Microsoft cloud environments, including Entra ID and privileged access concepts.

• Experience in implementing security governance and controls that support compliance and risk management in cloud settings.

• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to create executive summaries, findings, and recommendations.

• Must possess permanent authorization to work in the U.S. as a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

• Willingness to travel as required, approximately 25%.

• Familiarity with GCP and Oracle Cloud is a plus.

• Experience configuring Microsoft Copilot and Microsoft Purview is advantageous.

• Familiarity with CSPM tools such as Prisma Cloud or Zscaler Posture Control is preferred.

• Experience with cloud security posture management and configuration review initiatives is preferred.

• Knowledge of NIST, ISO, and CIS mapping is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-time employment.

• Remote work location within the United States.

• Approximately 25% travel as necessary.

• Equal Employment Opportunity with reasonable accommodation support.