Title: GCP Architect
Duration: 6 month contract to hire
Location: Frisco, TX
Experience:
10 years of experience in cloud security, with a focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
10 years of relevant experience (IT or Cybersecurity)
5 years of experience with focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Strong understanding of cloud security principles, best practices, and compliance
CNAPP – Cloud Native Application Protection Platform
CSPM – Cloud Security Posture Management
Prisma Cloud, AWS security Hub, Azure Defender
AWS Cloud watch
Splunk
Posture, SIEM, GuardDuty, Trails, IAM
Network/Routing/Firewall experiences
frameworks.
Experience with GCP security tools such as Cloud Identity, IAM, Cloud Security Command Center, VPC Service Controls, Cloud Armor, and others.
Familiarity with security monitoring tools and SIEM systems (e.g., Splunk, Datadog, Stack driver).
Technical Skills:
In-depth knowledge of GCP infrastructure, services, and security features.
Hands-on experience securing cloud-native applications, containerization (eg. Kubernetes), and serverless environments.
Experience with identity and access management (IAM) and network security in GCP.
Proficient with cloud security automation and scripting (e.g., Terraform, Python, Shell scripting).
Well versed with change management planning, coordination and implementation following the established process to the organization
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
Certifications:
Google Cloud Professional Cloud Security Engineer (preferred).
Additional certifications in cloud security (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, CompTIA Security+) are a plus.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Experience with GCP-based security solutions and services like Cloud Key Management, Cloud HSM, and Cloud Logging.
Knowledge of container orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes) and security bestpractices for containers in GCP.
Experience with threat modeling, penetration testing, and vulnerability management in the cloud.
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and secure CI/CD pipeline development.
Key Attributes:
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality security solutions.
