Remote AWS Cloud Security Architect- Remote (Anywhere in the U.S.)

Description:

• GuidePoint Security is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Security Architect with deep expertise in AWS to lead the design, assessment, and governance of secure cloud environments for clients.
• This role involves delivering security consulting engagements, including architecture design, risk assessments, compliance mapping, and cloud-native control implementation.
• The ideal candidate will combine technical excellence in AWS and multi-cloud platforms with strong client advisory skills.
• Responsibilities include designing secure cloud architectures, conducting in-depth cloud security assessments, advising clients on AWS identity and access management strategies, and developing cloud governance strategies.
• The role also involves performing threat modeling, guiding secure implementation of Infrastructure as Code, integrating security controls into CI/CD pipelines, and mapping cloud security controls to regulatory frameworks.
• The candidate will prepare and present client deliverables, lead AWS security workshops, contribute to internal methodologies, mentor junior consultants, and assist with scoping and pre-sales activities.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience designing AWS architecture and operating AWS workloads in medium to large environments is required.
• Candidates must have extensive knowledge of AWS networking, data security, identity and access management, and automation, along with hands-on experience with Amazon’s cloud-native security tooling services.
• Strong knowledge of IAM patterns, federated access, permission boundaries, and policy enforcement is essential.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation, as well as secure coding practices, is required.
• Experience with CIEM, CSPM, or CWPP tools is necessary.
• Candidates should be skilled in threat modeling, risk analysis, and mapping controls to frameworks like NIST and CIS.
• Development knowledge or experience with Infrastructure as Code is required.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and scripting or automation skills in languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell is expected.
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Preferred certifications include CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, and AWS Cloud certifications.

Benefits:

• The position offers a remote workforce primarily for U.S. based employees, with some travel required for certain positions.
• Group Medical Insurance options include a Zero Deductible PPO Plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with HSA, with GuidePoint covering a significant portion of the premiums.
• Group Dental Insurance is provided at no cost for employees and partially for family plans.
• Employees receive 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program.
• A healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance is included.
• Eligibility for a retirement plan begins after 2 months at open enrollment.
• A Pet Benefit Option is also available.