Principal Cloud Security Architect
Alignerr • Remote • Posted 0 days ago
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About this Role
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
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
Who You Are
Must-Have: Nice to 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
- 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
Requirements
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- Demonstrated expertise in Software Engineering
Compensation Analysis
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 re
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