Cloud Security Architect

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Remote (Onsite meetings as needed). Candidates local to Columbus preferred.

DSI is searching for a Cloud Security Architect who will work with the IT Governance and Risk Management Office and support the creation of the Cloud Security Architecture program.

• Leading the evaluation, selection, and implementation of Cloud Security detection and monitoring tools (i.e. Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Defender for Identity).
• These tools will monitor and scan cloud workloads and servers to ensure they are securely configured (configuration management) and not vulnerable.
• Work with DAS teams for implementation.
• Workloads, container, and orchestration (i.e. Docker / Kubernetes) security.
• Leading and incorporating Cloud Security Architecture into the Dev Sec Ops  / Dev Ops program.
• Update any related policy documents.
• Established standard operating procedures around and for Cloud Security Architecture.
• Review solutions for compliance to Cloud Security.
• Participate on project teams to advise on Cloud Security.
• Train Security Team members in related tools and processes.
• Knowledge transfer.

• Cloud platforms (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Deep understanding of AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Familiarity with cloud‑native services (e.g., IAM, VPC, KMS, Security Groups).
• Security Architecture & Design.
• Designing secure cloud architectures.
• Applying Zero Trust principles.
• Understanding of shared responsibility models.
• Identity and Access Management (IAM).
• Role‑based access control (RBAC).
• Single Sign‑On (SSO), MFA, and federated identity.
• Privileged access management.
• Network Security.
• Firewalls, VPNs, segmentation, and secure connectivity.
• Cloud‑native network security tools (e.g., AWS Security Groups, Azure NSGs).
• Data Protection.
• Encryption at rest and in transit.
• Key management systems (KMS, HSM).
• Data classification and loss prevention (DLP).
• Compliance & Governance.
• Familiarity with standards like NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR.
• Policy‑as‑code (e.g., using tools like OPA, Sentinel).
• Dev Sec Ops  & Automation.
• Integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) security (e.g., Terraform, Cloud Formation).
• Security scanning tools (e.g., Snyk, Checkov).
• Threat Modeling & Risk Assessment.
• Identifying and mitigating cloud‑specific threats.
• Using frameworks like STRIDE or MITRE for Cloud.

• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty.
• Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Security Engineer Associate.
• Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer.
• CISSP (for broader security architecture knowledge).

Founded in 1990, Diversified Systems is an award‑winning technology services corporation providing all levels of IT project consulting services nationwide. DSI is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio with regional offices in the American Midwest and East Coast. We offer our consultants a number of flexible and competitive compensation benefit packages.

We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – DSI values authenticity and is committed to making sure our employees and partners are valued and respected. At DSI, we believe building a diverse culture is important because we know when people work together, we can achieve better results as a team. DSI realizes that everyone comes from various backgrounds. We celebrate these differences because our employees are our greatest asset as we strive to best meet the needs of those we serve.

As part of our ongoing efforts, DSI is focused on advancing equality, diversity, and inclusion by setting high standards to continually evolve our culture. This includes but is not limited to recruiting, community involvement, client delivery, and career development.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Other

IT Services and IT Consulting

Salary: $-$, Columbus, OH.

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