Cloud Security Architect (CSA)
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Job Type: Direct Placement
Company: ARC Group
Category: Administration
Job Description Apply Now
The Cloud Security Architect (CSA) plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing robust security strategies for an organization’s cloud environments and emerging technologies. This opportunity, offered by ARC Group, is a contract position with the potential for extension or conversion to a permanent role. As a Cloud Security Architect, you will lead the design and implementation of security architectures, ensuring that innovative solutions align with industry best practices and organizational goals. The role encompasses a broad scope, including artificial intelligence (AI) security, public cloud integrations, and enterprise-level due diligence activities. Individuals in this position are instrumental in promoting security initiatives and supporting the company’s mission to maintain a secure, compliant, and efficient technology environment.
ARC Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. The organization values innovation, collaboration, and integrity, and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds. As a Cloud Security Architect (CSA), you will contribute to a forward-thinking team, working in partnership with stakeholders across multiple business areas to implement cutting-edge security solutions that support business objectives and protect organizational assets. You will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing security standards, facilitating governance processes, and providing expert guidance on technology vision and risk mitigation.
If you have a strong background in security architecture, a passion for designing secure cloud solutions, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career. ARC Group is recognized as a top recruiting and executive search firm, committed to matching high-quality technical professionals with rewarding opportunities. Join a dynamic team and make an impact by applying your expertise as a Cloud Security Architect (CSA) today.
Cloud Security Architect (CSA) - Summary- Lead the development and implementation of security architectures for cloud and AI technologies.
- Serve as an advisor on best practices and emerging trends in cybersecurity.
- Align security strategies with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Work collaboratively with IT teams, business leaders, and stakeholders to ensure secure and effective technology solutions.
- Design and implement project-level security strategies, architectures, and solutions for public cloud and AI integrations.
- Conduct enterprise due-diligence activities, including security monitoring and metrics evaluation, to assess the effectiveness of security programs and controls.
- Establish, implement, and maintain security standards that guide the design of technology solutions.
- Ensure adherence to corporate architecture and technology standards, contributing to strategy-setting and governance processes.
- Integrate necessary security controls into technical designs and participate in the selection and implementation of technology solutions.
- Build consensus around security architecture principles and interpret these for various audiences.
- Participate on project teams, offering insights into technology vision, opportunities, and challenges.
- Document operational, architectural, and design procedures, maintaining blueprints and task lists.
- Evaluate and benchmark security architecture for performance, confidentiality, integrity, and total cost of ownership.
- Facilitate project handoffs, ensuring smooth transitions through thorough documentation and education.
- Troubleshoot and recommend action plans for issue resolution as needed.
- Promote and implement new technologies, solutions, and methods to improve business processes and customer value.
- Develop working solutions or prototypes and address issues that arise during their implementation.
- Monitor industry trends and investigate organizational needs, preparing benchmarking reports and presentations.
- Communicate complex security solutions in a manner suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Identify, analyze, and rationalize risks to support sound decision-making in the best interest of the business and its stakeholders.
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and role requirements.
- Potential for contract extension or conversion to a full-time opportunity.
- Opportunity to work with a Forbes-ranked executive search firm.
- Supportive, inclusive workplace environment with a strong commitment to diversity and equal opportunity.
- No candidate fees associated with the application or hiring process.
- Minimum 5 years of progressive work experience in security technology design, architecture, development, or monitoring.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related IT field or equivalent experience.
- Current CISSP certification required.
- Permanent work authorization required. Candidates must be eligible to work for any employer without sponsorship.
- Experience in cloud security, AI security, and enterprise-level security architecture is highly valued.
- Strong expertise in cybersecurity architecture, particularly in cloud and AI environments.
- Demonstrated ability to develop actionable security blueprints, standards, and guidelines.
- Skilled at communicating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proactive in monitoring industry trends and benchmarking best practices.
- Effective collaborator, able to work across teams and facilitate consensus.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to documentation and process improvement.
- Passionate about promoting secure, innovative, and efficient technology solutions.
- ARC Group is a leading technical recruiting and executive search firm, recognized for its integrity and commitment to matching candidates and clients.
- Position offered with no fee to candidates.
- ARC Group is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status.
- Accommodations are available upon request to ensure an accessible recruitment process.
If you are ready to advance your career as a Cloud Security Architect (CSA), click the job application button to submit your application and join a team dedicated to excellence and innovation in security architecture.