Peak Performers
Overview
Cloud Security Architect III at Peak Performers (hybrid). In this contract position, you will be responsible for ensuring the security and configuration of the company cloud infrastructure, including Azure, AWS, and other cloud service providers. Responsibilities
Direct responsibility for the usage and monitoring of cyber technology within the cloud environment and collaborate on the cloud security strategy. Provide expert guidance, conduct security assessments, and design and implement secure cloud architecture. Design and implement secure cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Conduct regular security assessments and ensure compliance with frameworks (NIST, CIS). Lead incident response for cloud environments and contribute to tabletop exercises. Collaborate with developers and DevOps teams to ensure secure CI/CD and IaC best practices. Ensure user access and privileged account management to cloud resources aligns with industry best practices and frameworks. Provide input to GRC teams on cloud security policies and IAM standards. Perform security reviews of cloud architecture, infrastructure, and applications, identify gaps, develop a security risk management plan, and execute strategies to mitigate identified risk. Manage CSPM and Container Security technologies. Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on Cloud Security topics, best practices, emerging technologies, and evolving threat landscape. Identify and apply strategies to optimize resource utilization and minimize cost. Provide guidance, coaching, and support in the development of junior staff members. Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, or equivalent education/experience. Minimum of 10+ years of direct cybersecurity cloud experience in configuration and support of cloud applications and infrastructure. Experience in configuration and support of Microsoft 365 services including: Microsoft Endpoint Manager – Intune and Configuration Manager, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Identity and Access (M365 Active Directory/Entra and ADFS). Understanding of modern cloud technology components and deployment patterns: VMs, containers, Kubernetes, serverless, infrastructure as code. Demonstrated knowledge of Azure architecture and core services (VMs, MFA, AAD, Resource Groups, Networking, Firewalls, etc.). Experience with DevOps and building CI/CD pipelines to support deployments. Scripting/Programming: PowerShell or Azure CLI for automation. Knowledge of network architectures (VNETs, subnets, VPNs, ExpressRoute) and Azure security tools (AAD, NSGs, Key Vault). Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Preferred Skills
Knowledge of Python, .NET, or Java. Working knowledge of security testing within cloud platforms, particularly Azure. Proficiency in scripting and automation for security testing. Azure configuration best practices. Relevant certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-500, M365 Security, etc.). Opportunity Details
Rate: $135.17/hour W2 Contract Worksite Location: Allentown, PA; Louisville, KY; or Cumberland, RI Hybrid (3 days in office) 1-year contract About Peak Performers
EEO statements and equal opportunity employer information retained as per policy. We pay weekly through direct deposit and have been in business since 1994 with thousands of job placements. All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws. Applicants must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship for a visa now or in the future. Peak Performers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Peak Performers does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.
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Cloud Security Architect III at Peak Performers (hybrid). In this contract position, you will be responsible for ensuring the security and configuration of the company cloud infrastructure, including Azure, AWS, and other cloud service providers. Responsibilities
Direct responsibility for the usage and monitoring of cyber technology within the cloud environment and collaborate on the cloud security strategy. Provide expert guidance, conduct security assessments, and design and implement secure cloud architecture. Design and implement secure cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Conduct regular security assessments and ensure compliance with frameworks (NIST, CIS). Lead incident response for cloud environments and contribute to tabletop exercises. Collaborate with developers and DevOps teams to ensure secure CI/CD and IaC best practices. Ensure user access and privileged account management to cloud resources aligns with industry best practices and frameworks. Provide input to GRC teams on cloud security policies and IAM standards. Perform security reviews of cloud architecture, infrastructure, and applications, identify gaps, develop a security risk management plan, and execute strategies to mitigate identified risk. Manage CSPM and Container Security technologies. Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on Cloud Security topics, best practices, emerging technologies, and evolving threat landscape. Identify and apply strategies to optimize resource utilization and minimize cost. Provide guidance, coaching, and support in the development of junior staff members. Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, or equivalent education/experience. Minimum of 10+ years of direct cybersecurity cloud experience in configuration and support of cloud applications and infrastructure. Experience in configuration and support of Microsoft 365 services including: Microsoft Endpoint Manager – Intune and Configuration Manager, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Identity and Access (M365 Active Directory/Entra and ADFS). Understanding of modern cloud technology components and deployment patterns: VMs, containers, Kubernetes, serverless, infrastructure as code. Demonstrated knowledge of Azure architecture and core services (VMs, MFA, AAD, Resource Groups, Networking, Firewalls, etc.). Experience with DevOps and building CI/CD pipelines to support deployments. Scripting/Programming: PowerShell or Azure CLI for automation. Knowledge of network architectures (VNETs, subnets, VPNs, ExpressRoute) and Azure security tools (AAD, NSGs, Key Vault). Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Preferred Skills
Knowledge of Python, .NET, or Java. Working knowledge of security testing within cloud platforms, particularly Azure. Proficiency in scripting and automation for security testing. Azure configuration best practices. Relevant certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-500, M365 Security, etc.). Opportunity Details
Rate: $135.17/hour W2 Contract Worksite Location: Allentown, PA; Louisville, KY; or Cumberland, RI Hybrid (3 days in office) 1-year contract About Peak Performers
EEO statements and equal opportunity employer information retained as per policy. We pay weekly through direct deposit and have been in business since 1994 with thousands of job placements. All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws. Applicants must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship for a visa now or in the future. Peak Performers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Peak Performers does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.
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