What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Cloud Security Architect position at Covenant HR?
Company – Our client is a globally recognized leader in financial services and technology innovation, consistently ranked in the Fortune 200. Known for their commitment to cybersecurity and digital transformation, they offer a dynamic environment where top-tier tech professionals can make a large-scale impact on cutting-edge cloud and security initiatives.
Job Title – Principal Cloud Security Architect
Location – Irvine, California (Hybrid – onsite 2–3 days per week)
Role Type – 6-Month Contract (1,040 hours) with potential for full-time conversion
Must Have Skills:
- 15 years in information risk management and information security, including 5 years in security architecture and 5 years in cloud environments
- Deep technical expertise in cloud security architecture, including IAM, CI/CD security, data protection, and threat modeling
- Experience designing and implementing large-scale cloud and security programs (e.g., SOC, SSDLC, DLP, IAM, Zero Trust)
- Hands-on familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST 800-53, ISO 27002, CIS Benchmarks, and Cloud Security Alliance
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence executive stakeholders
Responsibilities and Job Details:
- Lead the overall cloud security architecture strategy and define secure computing frameworks and standards
- Collaborate with Infrastructure, Development, and Business Leadership teams to ensure secure cloud adoption
- Serve as the security SME on the Information Technology Architecture Committee (ITAC) and Architecture Review Committee
- Develop and maintain the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) and Data Protection Programs
- Define and enforce enterprise-wide security architecture patterns based on best practices and compliance needs
- Manage the enterprise threat management/intelligence program, supporting SOC operations and risk integration
- Evaluate and lead implementation of new security technologies and vendor tools to support enterprise cloud strategy
- Provide mentorship to junior cybersecurity staff, elevating technical acumen across the team
- Guide secure integration of innovative technologies such as IoT and AI in alignment with risk posture
- Participate in security incident investigations and lead post-incident review and strategy refinement
- Ensure secure CI/CD pipelines, container security, and cloud-native protection strategies are embedded into architecture
- Influence security roadmap by identifying gaps and defining forward-looking technical solutions across domains
