[Remote] Sr. Cloud Security Engineer/Architect

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Diligente Technologies is seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Senior Cloud Security Engineer (or Cloud Solution Architect) to join their InfoSec team. This critical role focuses on defining, implementing, and enforcing security best practices across cloud infrastructure, primarily Microsoft Azure, while also requiring knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Responsibilities • Cloud Security Architecture & Design: Develop, guide implementation, and maintain security reference architectures, design patterns, and standards for our cloud environments (Azure and GCP) • Security Advocacy & Engagement: Serve as the definitive security representative in application design and development meetings. Must be willing to take a firm position and effectively represent cybersecurity concerns and the InfoSec point of view to ensure solutions are secure-by-design • Cross-Functional Communication: Effectively translate complex technical security requirements and risks into clear, actionable terms for both highly technical and non-technical senior-level leaders and business audiences • Leadership & Presentation: Demonstrate comfort and proficiency in preparing and delivering formal presentations and informal discussions to senior-level leaders. Must be able to think on their feet and address challenging questions directly • Compliance and Frameworks: Ensure cloud designs and implementations adhere to regulatory requirements and internal security policies. Must be familiar with common security frameworks, including the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) • Guidance and Mentoring: Provide technical guidance and oversight to development and operations teams on implementing cloud security controls (e.g., identity and access management, data protection, network security) Skills • Demonstrable, in-depth expertise and hands-on experience with security services and features within Microsoft Azure • Foundational understanding of the security architecture, services, and controls within Google Cloud Platform (GCP) • Professional experience applying, interpreting, and auditing controls based on industry standards, particularly the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) • Expert-level knowledge of cloud security domains, including identity and access management (IAM), data security, network security, container security, and security monitoring within a cloud context • Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and drive initiatives to completion without constant supervision • Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills required to clearly articulate complex ideas to diverse audiences • Demonstrated ability to build consensus, influence outcomes, and confidently articulate and defend security positions with developers and senior stakeholders Company Overview • Diligente Technologies provides recruiting and staffing as well as IT consulting services for organizations. It was founded in 2006, and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship • Diligente Technologies has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job