Cloud Security Architect

Location: Colorado Springs CO (Must be Local)

Duration: 6 Months

Position Summary:

Our client is seeking an experienced Cloud Security Architect to lead the security strategy, governance, and compliance efforts for a modern Azure-based data platform. This role will be responsible for establishing security standards, ensuring regulatory compliance, designing identity and access controls, protecting sensitive data, and providing ongoing security oversight throughout the platform lifecycle

.The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in cloud security architecture, regulatory compliance, risk management, identity governance, data protection, and security operations within Microsoft Azure environments

Security Strategy & Risk Management

Compliance & Regulatory Governance

Identity & Access Management

Data Protection & Security Architecture

Network & Connectivity Security.

Security Monitoring & Incident Response

Security Validation & Readiness

Ongoing Security Governance

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• .8+ years of experience in Information Security, Security Architecture, or Cloud Security.
• Strong expertise in Azure Security, Identity & Access Management, and Cloud Governance
• Experience implementing security frameworks such as NIST, CJIS, HIPAA, ISO 27001, or similar standards.
• Experience with risk management, compliance assessments, and security governance programs
• Strong understanding of network security, data protection, encryption, and incident response processes

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills