Cloud Network Architect

Respond by: 04/08/2026 Rate: DOE Type: Contract Work Mode: Hybrid Location: Austin TX Please respond with resume and 3 references preferably supervisor (name, title, company, hirings@openkyber.com, phone number) Background Check will be performed if a candidate is selected for placement and will have to be passed

Job Description Cloud Security Architect Leads the design and implementation of secure-by-default architectures across cloud-native, microservices, and AI-enabled systems. Ensures compliance with state and federal frameworks while enabling modernization and transformation initiatives.

Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.

• Years Required/Preferred Experience 8 Required experience in information security and systems architecture
• 8 Required experience in information security and systems architecture
• Proven experience designing secure cloud-native architectures (AWS preferred)
• 8 Required In-depth knowledge of Texas Cybersecurity Framework (TCF) and NIST 800-53
• 8 Required Expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Zero Trust Architecture
• 8 Required Experience performing threat modeling for complex systems
• 8 Required Experience securing microservices, APIs, and containerized environments
• 8 Required Experience configuring cloud security posture management (CSPM) tools
• 8 Required Experience integrating security into DevSecOps pipelines
• 4 Preferred Familiarity with securing AI/LLM-based systems and data pipelines
• 4 Preferred Experience with data protection strategies for PII, PHI, and sensitive data
• 4 Preferred Experience presenting risk assessments to executive leadership
• 4 Preferred Ability to draft enterprise security policies and architecture standards
• 2 Preferred Certifications : CISSP, CISM, AWS Certified Security Engineer

Services are expected to start 05/04/2026 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2026 . Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 780 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

For applications and inquiries, contact: hirings@openkyber.com