Security Solutions Architect
Position Title - DevSecOps Architect – GIS DevSecOps & AWS Cloud Architecture Location: Remote as required and only on w2 Position Summary The SHIELD Architect will serve as the lead DevSecOps and Cloud Security Architect supporting the GIS Program. This role is responsible for designing and implementing secure, scalable, and compliant cloud solutions while embedding SHIELD (Security Harmonized in Every Lifecycle and Development) practices across the software development lifecycle. The architect will work closely with GIS application teams, Cloud Platform Engineering, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, and DevOps teams to establish secure-by-design architectures, implement automated security controls, and accelerate delivery through modern DevSecOps practices in AWS.
Key Responsibilities
AWS Cloud Architecture SHIELD & DevSecOps Leadership CI/CD & Platform Engineering Security Architecture & Risk Management Stakeholder Engagement. Required Qualifications - Experience 10+ years of experience in Cloud Architecture, Application Architecture, DevOps, or Cybersecurity. 5+ years of experience designing and implementing enterprise DevSecOps solutions. Experience supporting large-scale cloud transformation programs. Experience working with utility, GIS, or mission-critical enterprise platforms preferred. Technical Skills Deep expertise in AWS Cloud Architecture. Strong understanding of DevSecOps methodologies and secure SDLC practices. Hands-on experience with: AWS Terraform GitHub Enterprise Azure DevOps (ADO) CI/CD Pipelines Docker and Kubernetes JFrog Artifactory SonarQube SAST, DAST, and SCA tools Security automation and Policy as Code Security Knowledge Cloud Security Architecture IAM and Access Management Secrets Management Encryption and Key Management Application Security Threat Modeling Vulnerability Management Zero Trust Principles Compliance and Audit Controls
Preferred Qualifications
AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional preferred) AWS Security Specialty Certification CISSP, CCSP, or similar security certification Experience with GIS technologies and platforms Experience implementing Internal Developer Platforms (IDP) Experience with AI-assisted development and secure AI-DLC practices