Dutech’s Job

Senior Cloud Security Architect (AWS, Zero Trust & DevSecOps)

Austin,TX

DatePosted : 4/2/2026 2:48:14 PM

JobNumber : DTS1017187679
JobType : Contract
Skills: Cloud Security, AWS, Zero Trust, IAM, DevSecOps, NIST 800-53, TCF, CSPM, Microservices Security, API Security, Threat Modeling, Risk Assessment
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Security Architect to design and implement secure, scalable, and compliant cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in information security, cloud architecture (AWS preferred), Zero Trust, and DevSecOps practices.

This role will focus on securing enterprise systems, ensuring compliance with frameworks such as NIST 800-53 and Texas Cybersecurity Framework (TCF), and driving security best practices across the organization.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement secure cloud-native architectures (AWS preferred)
  • Develop and enforce enterprise security architecture standards and policies
  • Implement and manage Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Zero Trust Architecture
  • Perform threat modeling for complex, distributed systems
  • Secure microservices, APIs, and containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes)
  • Configure and manage Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools
  • Integrate security into DevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD workflows
  • Conduct risk assessments and present findings to leadership
  • Ensure compliance with NIST 800-53, TCF, and other security frameworks
  • Implement strategies for data protection (PII, PHI, sensitive data)
  • Collaborate with engineering and DevOps teams to embed security best practices

Required Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of experience in Information Security and Systems Architecture
  • Proven experience designing secure cloud architectures (AWS preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of NIST 800-53 and Texas Cybersecurity Framework (TCF)
  • Expertise in IAM and Zero Trust Architecture
  • Experience with threat modeling and risk analysis
  • Hands-on experience securing APIs, microservices, and containerized environments
  • Experience with CSPM tools and cloud security monitoring
  • Experience implementing DevSecOps practices

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience securing AI/LLM systems and data pipelines
  • Knowledge of data privacy and protection (PII/PHI)
  • Experience presenting to executive leadership
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, AWS Security Certification

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