AWS Security Architect (Cloud)
AWS Security Architect (Contract)
Location: Remote (UK-based)
Clearance: SC Cleared (Required) - Must have active clearance
Contract Type: Day Rate Contract
Overview
We are seeking an experienced AWS Security Architect for my client to support the enhancement and optimisation of cloud security across a large-scale AWS environment. You will work closely with platform engineering teams to strengthen security controls, improve tooling, and ensure best practice adoption across the AWS estate.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement secure AWS architectures aligned with industry best practices
- Collaborate with platform engineering teams to embed security into cloud-native solutions
- Assess and improve existing AWS security tools and controls
- Enhance the organisation's cloud security posture through continuous improvement initiatives
- Provide architectural guidance on AWS-native security services and configurations
- Conduct security reviews, risk assessments, and recommend remediation strategies
- Support the development of secure-by-design principles across engineering teams
Key Skills & Experience
- Strong experience as a Security Architect within AWS environments
- Deep knowledge of AWS native security tools, such as:
- IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, Config, CloudTrail, KMS
- Experience working with platform engineering or DevOps teams
- Proven ability to design and improve cloud security architectures and tooling
- Strong understanding of cloud security frameworks and best practices (e.g. CIS, NIST)
- Experience conducting security assessments and implementing improvements
GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
AWS Security Architect (Cloud)
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