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Senior Google Cloud Platform Architect / Engineer

Randstad Digital
Chicago, IL Remote Contractor
POSTED ON 10/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/26/2026
job summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Google Cloud Platform Architect / Engineer to direct the enablement of new Google Cloud Platform services and drive enterprise cloud transformation. In this role, you will act as a pivotal technical pillar responsible for building robust cloud architectures, balancing service enablement with solution development, and implementing enterprise-grade security frameworks across a global network.





location: Telecommute

job type: Contract

salary: $68.48 - 78.48 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:

In the capacity of Senior Google Cloud Platform Architect / Engineer, you will direct the enablement of new Google Cloud Platform services across the PwC network. This position functions as a pivotal technical pillar, balancing workload requirements across service enablement and solution development. Furthermore, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, and enforcing comprehensive security frameworks to ensure Google Cloud Platform environments align with PwC's organizational compliance, access controls, and governance protocols.


Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership: Serve as a subject matter expert, providing specialized oversight, architecture reviews, and technical guidance for complex cloud initiatives that require hands-on senior engineering.

Security Architecture: Design and deploy security control frameworks (org policies), identity management (IAM), data encryption, key management, and security telemetry for Google Cloud Platform adoption.

Service Enablement: Drive technical delivery and architecture for both service enablement and customer support.


Required Qualifications

5 years of hands-on experience designing, building, and securing enterprise-scale architectures on Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform).

Deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform native security tools (Cloud IAM, Firewall Rules, KMS, Organization Policies, Security Command Center, Secret Manager, and VPC Service Controls).

Strong understanding of hybrid cloud connectivity, shared VPC design, zero-trust network access, and regional network management.


Preferred Qualifications

Certifications: Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Architect or Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Security Engineer

Experience working within global professional services networks or highly regulated multi-tenant cloud environments.

Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and CI/CD security integration.

Strong stakeholder management skills with a proven track record of enabling business units to adopt cloud technologies securely.


Minimum Education: HS Diploma



qualifications:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS


5 years of hands-on experience designing, building, and securing enterprise architectures on Google Cloud Platform.


Demonstrated expertise in Google Cloud Platform security tools (Cloud IAM, Firewall Rules, KMS, Org Policies, Security Command Center, Secret Manager, VPC Service Controls).


Strong experience with hybrid cloud connectivity, shared VPC design, and zero-trust network principles.


Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS


Active Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Architect or Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Security Engineer certification.


Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.


Prior experience in highly regulated, multi-tenant enterprise or professional services environments.




skills:

network access,VPC,Cloud,cloud technologies,Cloud Security,Cloud Engineer,CI/CD,secure integration,Firewall Rules,Google Cloud Platform,Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform),hybrid cloud,access management,IAM,Cloud IAM,key management,network management,Terraform,zero-trust,access controls,architecture reviews,solution development,enterprise security,data encryption,governance,security frameworks,security integration,governance protocols,Professional Cloud Architect,professional services,organizational compliance,security,stakeholder management skills,telemetry




Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.


It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.



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