Senior Cloud Security Architect

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Cloud Security Architect
Location: Trenton, NJ Hybrid
Duration: Contract

Interview Inperson Only

Job Summary

Must have one of these or related
AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C03)
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
10+ years of cloud security experience with demonstrated expertise across AWS, Azure, and multi-cloud environments
Government sector experience (state or local government strongly preferred)
DevSecOps implementation expertise with proven track record of successful integrations
Cloud security certifications including AWS Certified Security - Specialty and Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
REQUIRED - AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C03)
REQUIRED - Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cloud Security Architect to join our IT team.
What You'll Do

• Design and implement enterprise cloud security standards, policies, and governance frameworks for AWS, Azure, and multi-cloud environments
• Assess current cloud security posture and identify security gaps, vulnerabilities, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Develop and maintain an enterprise security framework aligned with organizational, regulatory, and government requirements
• Create a DevSecOps roadmap that integrates security controls throughout the software development lifecycle
• Define and document security processes, procedures, standards, and best practices
• Provide strategic guidance and recommendations on cloud security architecture, risk management, and security governance
• Partner with IT leadership and stakeholders to support secure cloud adoption and modernization initiatives
• Establish security controls and operational processes that support scalable development and cloud operations
• Develop implementation plans and phased approaches for cloud security and DevSecOps initiatives
• Create training materials, documentation, and knowledge