Cloud Security Architect at Austin, TX – Hybrid 2026

Job ID: JOB_ID_8141

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Security Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing secure cloud-native architectures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and frameworks. This is a hybrid role based in Austin, TX, requiring local candidates only.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business objectives, user requirements, and system challenges to propose effective solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for system enhancements.
• Design and implement secure cloud-native architectures, with a preference for AWS.
• Lead threat modeling and risk assessment for enterprise systems.
• Secure APIs, microservices, and containerized environments.
• Integrate security into DevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD workflows.
• Configure and manage Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools.
• Implement Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Zero Trust frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with Texas Cybersecurity Framework (TCF) and NIST 800-53.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system specifications and architecture.
• Develop detailed documentation including system designs, workflows, and security policies.
• Present technical solutions and risk assessments to stakeholders and leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in information security and systems architecture.
• Proven experience designing secure cloud-native architectures (AWS preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Texas Cybersecurity Framework (TCF) and NIST 800-53.
• Expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Zero Trust Architecture.
• Hands-on experience in threat modeling for complex systems.
• Experience securing microservices, APIs, and containerized environments.
• Experience with Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools.
• Experience integrating security into DevSecOps pipelines.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of creativity and technical judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience securing AI/LLM-based systems and data pipelines.
• Knowledge of data protection strategies (PII, PHI, sensitive data).
• Experience presenting to executive leadership.
• Ability to develop enterprise security policies and architecture standards.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, AWS Certified Security Engineer.

Special Requirements

Local Candidates Only, Hybrid

Compensation & Location

Salary: $150,000 – $200,000 per year (Estimated)

Location: Austin, TX

Recruiter / Company – Contact Information

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