Job Description
Application Security Architect / Consultant
12 Months contract - Later hire
Remote Job
- JOB DESCRIPTION:
- We are looking for an experienced Application & Cloud Security Architect with strong expertise in API security, IAM, PKI, and security architecture.
- The role involves securing 3-tier applications, implementing OAuth 2.0 and SAML-based authentication, and designing identity solutions across cloud environments (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS).
- The candidate will also apply AI-driven application security solutions to detect and mitigate threats while collaborating with engineering teams to embed security into modern application platforms.
- Required Skills & Experience
- Strong experience in Application Security and Security Architecture.
- Proven expertise in API Security
- Hands-on experience with IAM, access control models, and identity federation.
- In-depth knowledge of OAuth 2.0, SAML, and modern authentication protocols.
- Solid understanding and implementation experience with PKI and cryptographic principles.
- Experience securing 3-tier applications (presentation, application, and data layers).
- Strong background in cloud security across SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS environments.
- Experience leveraging AI/ML-based security solutions for application or cloud security.
- Familiarity with DevSecops tools and secure SDLC practices.
- Ability to translate business requirements into secure technical designs.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, CISM, AWS/Azure Security).
- Experience with Zero Trust Architecture.
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS).
- Experience with container and Kubernetes security.
Remote
Skills:
Application Programming Interface (API), Applications Security, Authentication, Business Analysis, Business Processes, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Computer Security, Cryptography, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Protection, Identity Data Management, Information Architecture, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Security, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), OAuth, Penetration Testing, Privacy Controls, Process Analysis, Product Lifecycle, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Records Management, Regulations, Ruby, SSL-TLS (Secure Socket Layer - Transport Layer Security), Security Analysis, Security Architecture, Security System Design, Service-Oriented Architecture (fka Distributed Object Architecture), Strategic Planning, Structured Data, System Integration (SI), Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, TOGAF - The Open Group Architecture Framework, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design, Technology Analysis, Unstructured Data, Web Infrastructure
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