Cloud Architect Lead

Our client is seeking a Cloud Security Architect / Cloud Platform Developer with strong hands-on coding and cloud automation experience to join their Cybersecurity team in Louisville, KY. This role will partner closely with Cloud Engineering, DevOps, Infrastructure, and Governance teams to secure and optimize enterprise cloud environments across Azure, AWS, and other cloud platforms.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in WIZ Cloud Security , cloud automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and cloud security architecture. This position offers the opportunity to lead security initiatives, design secure cloud solutions, and drive best practices across a large-scale enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain secure cloud architectures across Azure, AWS, and GCP environments.
• Develop and support cloud automation solutions utilizing the WIZ platform , including Azure cloud automation scripting and security remediation workflows.
• Build and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions and integrate security controls throughout the DevOps lifecycle.
• Collaborate with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to ensure secure CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployments.
• Conduct cloud security assessments and ensure alignment with security frameworks such as NIST and CIS.
• Lead cloud security incident response activities and participate in tabletop exercises and security readiness initiatives.
• Perform security reviews of cloud infrastructure, applications, and architectures; identify risks and implement remediation strategies.
• Manage and optimize Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and container security solutions.
• Support Identity and Access Management (IAM), privileged access controls, and cloud governance initiatives.
• Partner with GRC teams to develop and maintain cloud security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on cloud security technologies, emerging threats, and industry best practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve cloud efficiency, security, and resource utilization.
• Mentor and support junior team members and contribute to overall team development.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or a related discipline. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud security, cloud architecture, or cloud automation engineering.
• Hands-on experience with WIZ Cloud Security is required.
• Strong experience securing and supporting Azure and AWS cloud environments.
• Experience developing cloud automation solutions using PowerShell, Python, Terraform, ARM Templates, Bicep, or similar technologies.
• Experience managing and securing CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code environments.
• Expertise in cloud security architecture, risk assessment, and security control implementation.
• Experience supporting IAM, privileged access management, and cloud governance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of cloud security frameworks, including NIST, CIS, and industry best practices.
• Hands-on experience with container security technologies, Kubernetes, and Docker.
• Experience leading or supporting cloud incident response and security operations initiatives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cloud security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, or related certifications.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 security services and cloud governance.
• Experience with CSPM, CNAPP, and container security platforms.
• Background supporting enterprise-scale cloud environments and security transformation initiatives.

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