Cloud Security SME

Job Description: Cloud Security SME – Vulnerability Management OR Claude AI

Contract: 6 Months+

Location: Remote

Role Summary

Senior security professional to design cloud security architecture, deploy and operationalize CNAPP platforms, and guide cross-functional teams across a multi-cloud enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

·       Design and implement cloud security architecture across AWS, Google Cloud Platform and Azure

·       Deploy and manage CNAPP platforms (Upwind) including sensors, cloud collectors, CSPM policies, and RBAC/SSO configuration

·       Govern S3 bucket security, IAM least-privilege models, and Google Cloud Platform security controls

·       Integrate CNAPP with CrowdStrike, Tenable, and SIEM/SOAR tooling

·       Drive vulnerability prioritization by correlating runtime context with scan findings

·       Define and maintain RBAC frameworks and access governance workflows (e.g., ServiceNow)

·       Mentor and guide VM, App Sec, SOC, and BU security teams

Required Qualifications

·       7+ years in cloud security; 3+ years in an SME or architecture role

·       Hands-on Upwind, Wiz, or Prisma Cloud deployment experience

·       Deep expertise in AWS (IAM, GuardDuty, S3, CloudTrail) and Google Cloud Platform (SCC, VPC Service Controls)

·       Strong CSPM and agentless/eBPF sensor deployment experience

·       Familiarity with NERC CIP, NIST 800-53, or CIS compliance frameworks

·       Experience producing executive-level architecture and governance documentation

Preferred

·       Certifications: CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, CISSP

·       Exposure to ServiceNow VRM, AI-assisted security workflows, or lab/POC environment buildouts