Cloud Security Architect

Cloud Security ArchitectLocation: Austin, TX (Hybrid, 2 days onsite) Visa: USC/GC/EAD/OPT Duration: 12+ months Must have public sector (state client) at least on 1 project & focus on industry exp. like in this role healthcare JOB DESCRIPTION/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Cloud Security Architect Leads the design and implementation of secure-by-default architectures across cloud-native, microservices, and AI-enabled systems. Ensures compliance with state and federal frameworks while enabling modernization and transformation initiatives.Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.Years - Required/Preferred - Experience8 - Required - experience in information security and systems architecture8 - Required - experience in information security and systems architecture Proven experience designing secure cloud-native architectures (AWS preferred)8 - Required - In-depth knowledge of Texas Cybersecurity Framework (TCF) and NIST 800-538 - Required - Expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Zero Trust Architecture8 - Required - Experience performing threat modeling for complex systems8 - Required - Experience securing microservices, APIs, and containerized environments8 - Required - Experience configuring cloud security posture management (CSPM) tools8 - Required - Experience integrating security into DevSecOps pipelines4 - Preferred - Familiarity with securing AI/LLM-based systems and data pipelines4 - Preferred - Experience with data protection strategies for PII, PHI, and sensitive data4 - Preferred - Experience presenting risk assessments to executive leadership4 - Preferred - Ability to draft enterprise security policies and architecture standards2 - Preferred - Certifications: CISSP, CISM, AWS Certified Security EngineerAbout Us: InterSources Inc, a Certified Diverse Supplier, was founded in 2007 and offers innovative solutions to help clients with Digital Transformations across various domains and industries. Our history spans over 16 years and today we are an Award-Winning Global Software Consultancy solving complex problems with technology. We recognize that our employees and our clients are our strengths as the diverse talents and opportunities they bring to the table enable us to grow as a global platform and they are causally linked with our success. We provide strategic and technical advice, and we have expertise in areas covering Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Migration, Custom Software Development, Data Analytics Infrastructure & Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security Services, etc. We make reasonable accommodations for clients and employees and we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute including race, religion, color, national origin, gender sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or marital status. We also are a Google Cloud partner company. We align strategy with execution and provide secure service solutions by developing and using the latest technologies that thrive our resources to deliver industry-leading capabilities to our clients and customers, making it convenient for our clients to do business with InterSources Inc. Our teams also drive growth by refining technology-driven client experiences that put the users first, providing an unparalleled experience. This results in strengthening the core technologies of clients, enabling them to scale with flexibility, create seamless digital experiences and build lifelong relationships.