Cloud Security Architect

Huron

As a Cloud Security Architect at Huron, lead security architecture assessments across cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to develop secure architecture patterns emphasizing Microsoft Azure.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $140,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber SecurityPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead security architecture assessments for new and existing applications, systems, and integrations across cloud and hybrid environments
Partner with product engineering, DevOps, and compliance teams to develop secure architecture patterns that address data protection, access control, network segmentation, and resilience
Serve as the primary subject matter expert for cloud security, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure
Design and implement cloud security policies, and guardrails using cloud-native tooling
Author scripts and automation to audit, monitor, and remediate undesirable configurations within the environment
Function as a subject matter expert across multiple security domains including cloud security posture management, identity and access management (IAM), and server/endpoint protection.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field
8+ years of hands-on information security experience, with at least 3 years in a dedicated security architecture role
Strong experience with Microsoft Azure security services and architecture
Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language (Python or PowerShell preferred; other languages acceptable)
Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, HITRUST, and/or SOC 2
Proficiency with authentication and authorization protocols such as SAML, OAuth/OIDC, and LDAP
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams and to influence without authority.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision coverage
Annual incentive compensation program
Paid Time Off
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
Wellness Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

cloud securitysecurity architecturescriptingPythonPowerShellcloud-native toolingidentity and access managementsecurity posture managementnetwork segmentationdata protection

Soft Skills

communicationinterpersonal skillscollaborationinfluence without authority

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeISO 27001NISTHITRUSTSOC 2