Principal Cloud Security Architect
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About the Role What if your deep expertise in cloud security could directly protect the architectures that power modern enterprises? We're looking for a Principal Cloud Security Architect to evaluate large-scale cloud environments, uncover architectural risks, and deliver structured, actionable guidance that makes real systems measurably safer. This is a fully remote, flexible contract role built for seasoned cloud security professionals who think in systems, spot design flaws others miss, and communicate complex risks with clarity. - Type: Hourly Contract - Location: Remote - Focus: Cloud security architecture assessment across AWS, Azure, and GCP What You'll Do - Evaluate cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP for security gaps and design weaknesses - Review IAM configurations, network segmentation, and resource-level policies for privilege risks and misconfigurations - Identify insecure patterns, architectural anti-patterns, and long-term security design flaws - Produce clear, structured documentation of findings with prioritized mitigation guidance - Validate alignment with industry security frameworks and established best practices - Support recurring assessments of cloud environments and evolving deployment patterns Who You Are Must-Have: - Deep, hands-on experience in cloud security architecture — you've assessed real environments at scale - Strong command of IAM models, network design principles, and cloud service models across major providers - Ability to translate complex architectural findings into clear, structured written assessments - Sharp instincts for identifying what's misconfigured, overprivileged, or structurally unsound Nice to Have: - Experience with multi-cloud environments, zero-trust architecture, or high-compliance regulated sectors - Familiarity with frameworks such as CIS, NIST, CSA CCM, or SOC 2 / FedRAMP requirements - Background in cloud-native security tooling, CSPM platforms, or infrastructure-as-code review Why Join Us - Work on high-impact, technically challenging security assessments that matter - Fully remote and async-friendly — structure your work around your schedule - Freelance autonomy with meaningful, substantive engagements - Contribute expertise that directly improves the security posture of real-world cloud environments - Potential for ongoing work and contract extension across new assessments and projects
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