Job Title: Cloud Architect – AWS (6-Month Contract) Location: Remote Contract Duration: 6 Months Start Date: Immediate Salary: Competitive – To be discussed based on experience About the Role: We are seeking two experienced AWS Cloud Architects for a high-impact project. The ideal candidates will have deep expertise in AWS cloud architecture, infrastructure as code (IaC), and cloud security. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders including the Head of Security and Head of Cloud & DevOps to design, implement, and secure scalable AWS cloud environments. Key Responsibilities: Lead the architecture, design, and deployment of secure AWS cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with security and DevOps leads to define and enforce best practices in cloud security posture and infrastructure automation . Develop and maintain IaC templates using Terraform and Python scripts . Provide technical leadership and guidance on AWS best practices, scalability, and security. Ensure compliance with internal and external cloud security standards. Support DevOps workflows with continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) where required. Requirements: Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in AWS cloud architecture and deployment. AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (Professional preferred). Proficiency in Terraform , Python , and other IaC tools. Strong knowledge of cloud security principles , compliance, and risk management. Experience working with DevOps and Cloud Engineering teams. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Preferred Qualifications: AWS Certified Security – Specialty certification is a strong plus. AWS Solution Architect Associate is a must Experience with secure multi-account AWS environments, landing zones, and governance. Familiarity with tools like AWS Config, Security Hub, GuardDuty, IAM, and CloudTrail. Show more Show less