AWS Security Architect
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Contract
- £550 - £600 per day
Job Description:
Interim AWS Security Architect - Financial Services
Robert Half is supporting a global consulting firm in engaging an experienced AWS Security Architect as an interim associate to support a large-scale cloud security programme for a major financial services organisation. This role will focus on deep AWS application and infrastructure security, working closely with engineering teams and AWS as a strategic partner to design and secure cloud-native platforms.
Assignment Details:
*Start: c. 2-3 week onboarding lead time
*Location: Primarily remote, with flexibility for occasional days in the City of London
*Contract Duration: Initial 6-month contract (strong likelihood of extension)
*Day Rate: £600 p/day PAYE + 12.07% via PAYE (Employer’s NI & tax deducted at source - no umbrella company admin fees)
Key Experience Needed:
*Strong experience as an AWS Security Architect within financial services (ideally banking)
*Proven track record designing and securing AWS-native applications (not just governance or oversight)
*Deep expertise in container security, particularly EKS and service mesh environments
*Strong understanding of AWS network security, including VPC design, segmentation, firewalling, and Direct Connect
*Experience working directly with AWS as a supplier, providing independent security assurance and challenge
*Ability to operate at both low-level design (LLD) and enterprise architecture levels
Desirable Experience:
*Experience within low-latency or trading environments
*Exposure to AWS Outposts design and security
*Familiarity with DevSecOps and IaC security controls
Additional Information: Candidates will be subject to full financial and criminal background checks
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Robert Half is supporting a global consulting firm in engaging an experienced AWS Security Architect as an interim associate to support a large-scale cloud security programme for a major financial services organisation. This role will focus on deep AWS application and infrastructure security, working closely with engineering teams and AWS as a strategic partner to design and secure cloud-native platforms.
Assignment Details:
*Start: c. 2-3 week onboarding lead time
*Location: Primarily remote, with flexibility for occasional days in the City of London
*Contract Duration: Initial 6-month contract (strong likelihood of extension)
*Day Rate: £600 p/day PAYE + 12.07% via PAYE (Employer’s NI & tax deducted at source - no umbrella company admin fees)
Key Experience Needed:
*Strong experience as an AWS Security Architect within financial services (ideally banking)
*Proven track record designing and securing AWS-native applications (not just governance or oversight)
*Deep expertise in container security, particularly EKS and service mesh environments
*Strong understanding of AWS network security, including VPC design, segmentation, firewalling, and Direct Connect
*Experience working directly with AWS as a supplier, providing independent security assurance and challenge
*Ability to operate at both low-level design (LLD) and enterprise architecture levels
Desirable Experience:
*Experience within low-latency or trading environments
*Exposure to AWS Outposts design and security
*Familiarity with DevSecOps and IaC security controls
Additional Information: Candidates will be subject to full financial and criminal background checks
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
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