Cyber Security Architect, SD

Ankura • Washington, DC

1d • $140,000 - $190,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Cloud Security Architect performs cloud security posture and configuration reviews to identify misconfigurations, security control gaps, support migrations, and opportunities for improvement. This role executes assessment workflows using CSPM-based approaches and delivers clear, prioritized recommendations aligned with client objectives and relevant standards. This is remote based in the United States.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Cloud Certificate (Azure /AWS/GPC) required
• Experience delivering cloud security assessments for Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and/or AWS environments, including configuration analysis and remediation planning; experience with GCP and Oracle Cloud is a plus.
• Experience configuring Microsoft Copilot and Microsoft Purview is a plus.
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce structured executive summaries and detailed findings and recommendations.
• Hands-on experience implementing, migrating, and operating security controls in Microsoft Azure and/or Microsoft 365 environments.
• Practical knowledge of identity and access management patterns in Microsoft cloud environments (for example, Entra ID and privileged access concepts).
• Experience implementing security governance and controls that support compliance and risk management expectations in cloud environments.
• Experience with CSPM tools and workflows used in cloud posture reviews, such as Prisma Cloud or Zscaler Posture Control is preferred.
• Experience with cloud security posture management and configuration review programs, including translating findings into prioritized remediation plans is preferred.
• Familiarity with security frameworks commonly used in cloud assessments, including NIST, ISO, and CIS mappings is preferred
• Willingness to travel as needed (approximately 25%)
• Permanent authorization to work in the U.S. (i.e. U.S. citizen or permanent resident).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with GCP and Oracle Cloud is a plus.
• Experience configuring Microsoft Copilot and Microsoft Purview is a plus.
• Experience with CSPM tools and workflows used in cloud posture reviews, such as Prisma Cloud or Zscaler Posture Control is preferred.
• Experience with cloud security posture management and configuration review programs, including translating findings into prioritized remediation plans is preferred.
• Familiarity with security frameworks commonly used in cloud assessments, including NIST, ISO, and CIS mappings is preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct cloud configuration and security posture reviews using CSPM approaches and automated scanning methods aligned with Ankura cloud assessment practices.
• Assess cloud configurations against predefined requirements and map gaps to common standards and regulatory expectations referenced in client deliverables, such as NIST, ISO, and CIS.
• Analyze results and deliver client-ready reports that include prioritized remediation recommendations and actionable roadmaps.
• Support reviews across key cloud security domains commonly covered in cloud assessments, including identity and access, network segmentation, logging and monitoring, workload configuration, and security governance.
• Manage internal and third-party resources as needed for projects and client engagements
• Collaborate with engagement leads and stakeholders to validate findings and ensure recommendations are practical and aligned with the client’s operating model.
• Work with clients and business leaders to support statements of work (SOWs) and engagement delivery.
• Work cross-functionally with IT, engineering, and security stakeholders to drive adoption of cloud security controls and operational improvements.

Benefits

• Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree