Cloud Architect
US Tech Solutions, Downey, CA, United States
Title: Senior Cloud Architect/ Information Security Specialist
Location: Downey, CA, 90242 (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 Months Contract
Position Overview The Senior Information Security Specialist I / Cloud Architect is responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of endpoint security platforms and cloud network infrastructure. This includes planning, deployment, configuration, optimization, and ongoing operational support across enterprise environments.
The role combines deep expertise in endpoint security, vulnerability management, and advanced cloud networking (AWS & Azure), ensuring secure, scalable, and highly available infrastructure solutions. The candidate will collaborate closely with customer IT teams to integrate security solutions and optimize deployment strategies across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities Endpoint Security & Deployment
Lead deployment and operational support of endpoint security platforms and associated applications
Manage full lifecycle: customer engagement, planning, installation, optimization, and support
Perform remote and on-site installation of endpoint security solutions
Troubleshoot deployment issues across small to large enterprise environments
Develop and automate deployment scripts and processes
Track, plan, and report software deployment status
Security & Vulnerability Management
Analyze and remediate Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs)
Support vulnerability and asset management initiatives
Integrate security solutions with existing enterprise tools
Provide technical troubleshooting for security applications
Design, configure, and operate network infrastructure across AWS and Azure environments
Architect highly available, fault-tolerant, multi-region and multi-AZ cloud solutions
Implement hybrid connectivity using:
AWS Transit Gateway
Megaport integration for multi‑cloud and hybrid architectures
Traffic & Network Engineering
Manage ingress/egress traffic flows and optimize routing
Configure and maintain Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) in cloud/hybrid environments
Manage AWS Elastic Load Balancing
Security & Infrastructure
Deploy and manage:
Cloud-native firewalls
Third‑party virtual appliances (e.g., Palo Alto VM‑Series, Cisco CSR 8000v)
Configure network security controls:
AWS Security Groups
Azure Network Security Groups (NSGs)
Network ACLs
Design secure architectures aligned with compliance standards
Work closely with customer IT and engineering teams
Provide clear communication of complex technical issues
Deliver high-quality customer service and technical guidance
Required Skills Technical Expertise
Strong knowledge of CVEs, threat mitigation, and remediation techniques
Deep understanding of software deployment technologies
Scripting: PowerShell, Python, Perl, Bash, Batch
Tools & Platforms
Vulnerability tools: OpenVAS, Nessus, Burp Suite
Scanning tools: Qualys, Tenable, Rapid7 Nexpose/InsightVM
Deployment tools:
SCCM, Group Policy
McAfee ePO, IBM BigFix
Puppet, Chef
Citrix, PDQ, PsExec
CrowdStrike
VPC/VNet design and peering
Hybrid connectivity and multi‑cloud architecture
Megaport services (VXC provisioning)
Traffic engineering and segmentation
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
Self‑driven with a results‑oriented mindset
Strong interpersonal and customer‑facing skills
Experience Requirements Core Experience
Minimum 4+ years in IT deployments or end‑user/customer environments
Advanced Experience
6+ years in cloud network engineering (AWS & Azure)
4+ years designing high‑availability and disaster recovery architectures
4+ years hands‑on with advanced cloud networking (Transit Gateway, ExpressRoute, etc.)
4+ years working with Megaport services (VXC, hybrid/multi‑cloud connectivity)
4+ years in traffic engineering, segmentation, and firewall deployment
Education & Certifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field
One of the following:
CISSP (or equivalent)
CompTIA Security+
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Preferred / Additional
AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty
AWS Certified Solutions Architect
About US Tech Solutions US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on‑demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.
US Tech Solutions
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Location: Downey, CA, 90242 (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 Months Contract
Position Overview The Senior Information Security Specialist I / Cloud Architect is responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of endpoint security platforms and cloud network infrastructure. This includes planning, deployment, configuration, optimization, and ongoing operational support across enterprise environments.
The role combines deep expertise in endpoint security, vulnerability management, and advanced cloud networking (AWS & Azure), ensuring secure, scalable, and highly available infrastructure solutions. The candidate will collaborate closely with customer IT teams to integrate security solutions and optimize deployment strategies across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities Endpoint Security & Deployment
Lead deployment and operational support of endpoint security platforms and associated applications
Manage full lifecycle: customer engagement, planning, installation, optimization, and support
Perform remote and on-site installation of endpoint security solutions
Troubleshoot deployment issues across small to large enterprise environments
Develop and automate deployment scripts and processes
Track, plan, and report software deployment status
Security & Vulnerability Management
Analyze and remediate Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs)
Support vulnerability and asset management initiatives
Integrate security solutions with existing enterprise tools
Provide technical troubleshooting for security applications
Design, configure, and operate network infrastructure across AWS and Azure environments
Architect highly available, fault-tolerant, multi-region and multi-AZ cloud solutions
Implement hybrid connectivity using:
AWS Transit Gateway
Megaport integration for multi‑cloud and hybrid architectures
Traffic & Network Engineering
Manage ingress/egress traffic flows and optimize routing
Configure and maintain Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) in cloud/hybrid environments
Manage AWS Elastic Load Balancing
Security & Infrastructure
Deploy and manage:
Cloud-native firewalls
Third‑party virtual appliances (e.g., Palo Alto VM‑Series, Cisco CSR 8000v)
Configure network security controls:
AWS Security Groups
Azure Network Security Groups (NSGs)
Network ACLs
Design secure architectures aligned with compliance standards
Work closely with customer IT and engineering teams
Provide clear communication of complex technical issues
Deliver high-quality customer service and technical guidance
Required Skills Technical Expertise
Strong knowledge of CVEs, threat mitigation, and remediation techniques
Deep understanding of software deployment technologies
Scripting: PowerShell, Python, Perl, Bash, Batch
Tools & Platforms
Vulnerability tools: OpenVAS, Nessus, Burp Suite
Scanning tools: Qualys, Tenable, Rapid7 Nexpose/InsightVM
Deployment tools:
SCCM, Group Policy
McAfee ePO, IBM BigFix
Puppet, Chef
Citrix, PDQ, PsExec
CrowdStrike
VPC/VNet design and peering
Hybrid connectivity and multi‑cloud architecture
Megaport services (VXC provisioning)
Traffic engineering and segmentation
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
Self‑driven with a results‑oriented mindset
Strong interpersonal and customer‑facing skills
Experience Requirements Core Experience
Minimum 4+ years in IT deployments or end‑user/customer environments
Advanced Experience
6+ years in cloud network engineering (AWS & Azure)
4+ years designing high‑availability and disaster recovery architectures
4+ years hands‑on with advanced cloud networking (Transit Gateway, ExpressRoute, etc.)
4+ years working with Megaport services (VXC, hybrid/multi‑cloud connectivity)
4+ years in traffic engineering, segmentation, and firewall deployment
Education & Certifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field
One of the following:
CISSP (or equivalent)
CompTIA Security+
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Preferred / Additional
AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty
AWS Certified Solutions Architect
About US Tech Solutions US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on‑demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.
US Tech Solutions
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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