Cloud Security Architect
Listed on 2026-10-15
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, Information Security & Data Protection, Systems Engineer
Overview
Our Client is seeking a highly skilled Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer with deep expertise in cloud security to support and enhance our multi-cloud environment. This role will focus on designing, implementing, and maintaining secure identity solutions across AWS, Azure, GCP, and other cloud platforms.
Job#: 3052716Job Description Overview
Our Client is seeking a highly skilled Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer with deep expertise in cloud security to support and enhance our multi-cloud environment. This role will focus on designing, implementing, and maintaining secure identity solutions across AWS, Azure, GCP, and other cloud platforms.
Key Responsibilities Cloud IAM Architecture & Engineering- Design and implement IAM strategies across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments
- Develop and enforce least-privilege access models using RBAC and ABAC principles
- Implement and manage cloud-native IAM services (e.g., AWS IAM, Azure AD/Entra , GCP IAM)
- Integrate cloud IAM with enterprise identity providers (e.g., Okta, Azure AD)
- Establish identity governance controls, including access reviews, certifications, and role lifecycle management
- Implement Zero Trust access principles across cloud platforms
- Configure and manage Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions
- Support regulatory and compliance requirements (HIPAA, SOC 2, ISO 27001, etc.)
- Conduct IAM risk assessments and remediation planning
- Automate IAM provisioning and deprovisioning processes
- Develop infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Cloud Formation, ARM, etc.) for IAM controls
- Integrate IAM controls into CI/CD pipelines
- Build automated monitoring and alerting for identity-related security events
- Monitor identity and access activities across cloud platforms
- Investigate and remediate IAM-related security incidents
- Partner with Security Operations and Cloud Engineering teams to improve identity threat detection
- Provide IAM subject matter expertise to cloud architects and application teams
- Review cloud designs to ensure secure identity integration
- Support cloud migration initiatives with secure identity architecture guidance
- Develop and maintain IAM standards, policies, and best practices documentation
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of experience in IAM engineering or cloud security
- Hands‑on experience with at least two major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Strong understanding of SAML, OAuth2, OIDC, LDAP, SCIM, and MFA technologies
- Experience implementing RBAC, ABAC, and least-privilege access models
- Familiarity with Zero Trust security architecture
- Experience with PAM solutions (Cyber Ark, Beyond Trust, Azure PIM, etc.)
- Proficiency in scripting or automation (Python, Power Shell, Bash)
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred)
- Cloud certifications (AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, GCP Security Engineer)
- IAM certifications (CISSP, CISM, CIAM, etc.)
- Experience in regulated industries (healthcare, finance, etc.)
- Experience with identity governance platforms (SailPoint, Saviynt, etc.)
- Familiarity with container and Kubernetes identity security
- Knowledge of API security and machine-to-machine authentication
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview:
Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company…
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