Principal Cloud Security Architect

About The RoleWhat if your deep expertise in cloud security could directly protect the infrastructure that millions of people and organizations depend on every day? We're looking for a Principal Cloud Security Architect to evaluate large-scale cloud environments, uncover architectural risks, and deliver structured, actionable guidance that makes a real difference.This is a fully remote, flexible contract role built for senior security professionals who thrive on complex technical challenges and know cloud architecture inside and out.Type: Hourly ContractLocation: RemoteFocus: AWS, Azure, GCP — security architecture, IAM, and risk assessmentWhat You'll DoAssess cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP for security vulnerabilities and design gapsReview IAM configurations, identity models, network segmentation, and resource policies for privilege risks and misconfigurationsIdentify insecure patterns, architectural flaws, and long-term security design weaknessesProduce clear, structured reports summarizing findings and providing prioritized mitigation guidanceValidate cloud environments against established security frameworks and industry best practicesSupport recurring security assessments of cloud environments and evolving deployment patternsMust-HaveWhat You BringDeep, hands-on experience in cloud security architecture across one or more major cloud platformsStrong command of IAM principles, network design, and cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)Proven ability to document complex security findings in clear, structured, and actionable formatsSharp eye for misconfigurations, privilege escalation paths, and systemic architectural riskNice To HaveExperience designing or evaluating multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environmentsFamiliarity with zero-trust architecture principles and implementation patternsBackground in high-compliance environments — FedRAMP, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, or similarRelevant certifications such as CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, CISSP, or equivalentWhy Join UsWork on technically challenging, high-impact security assessments that matterFully remote and async-friendly — work on your own schedule from anywhereFreelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, well-defined engagementsPotential for ongoing work and contract extension across new environments and projectsCollaborate with teams who take security architecture seriously