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

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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 transfer resources to support internal teams

Conduct workshops, training sessions, and mentoring to build internal cloud security capabilities

Collaborate with technical teams to improve security practices across development, infrastructure, and operations

Support compliance, governance, and risk management initiatives

Deliver security standards, policy documentation, roadmaps, operational procedures, and related project deliverables

Work independently while maintaining close alignment with organizational priorities and leadership objectives

What You'll Need

Required:

10+ years of experience in cloud security architecture across AWS, Azure, and multi-cloud environments

Experience designing and implementing enterprise cloud security frameworks, governance models, and security standards

Strong expertise in DevSecOps practices and integrating security into development and operational workflows

Experience conducting security assessments, risk analysis, vulnerability reviews, and remediation planning

Deep understanding of cloud security architectures, security controls, compliance requirements, and governance frameworks

Experience supporting large-scale cloud transformation, modernization, or application development initiatives

Strong knowledge of cloud security best practices, identity and access management, security monitoring, and risk management

Excellent communication, presentation, documentation, and stakeholder management skills

Experience delivering training, knowledge transfer, and capability-building programs

Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, technical teams, and business stakeholders

Experience operating in regulated environments with strict security and compliance requirements

Government sector experience, including state or local government environments

Ability to work independently and lead strategic security initiatives

AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C03)

Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

Preferred:

Experience supporting state or local government technology transformation initiatives

Experience establishing security practices for organizations scaling development operations

Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)

Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP) or equivalent certification

CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

Additional cloud security certifications, including Azure or Google Cloud security credentials

Experience building internal security capabilities and reducing dependency on external consulting resources

Physical Demands

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards

Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

Flexible work from home options available.