Optiv · 5 months ago
Sr. Consultant - Secure Cloud Transformation (AWS/Azure) | Remote, USA
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$117K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expOptiv Security Inc. is seeking a Senior Consultant to join their Secure Cloud Transformation practice. The role involves guiding clients through their cloud transformation journey by embedding security and delivering measurable results, while leading technical delivery, facilitating workshops, and creating high-quality client deliverables.
ConsultingTraining
Responsibilities
Able to independently deliver or act as "point" for complex projects focused on secure cloud transformation
Acts as technical escalation point to assist other consultants; provide guidance and problem-solving expertise
Lead cloud strategy and architecture design; provide actionable recommendations for clients to transition to target cloud environment
Design and implement cloud security solutions and act as a technical SME for secure cloud migration
Provide knowledge transfer and lead maturity sessions for client stakeholders
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuous learning, industry conferences, certifications, reviewing professional publications, and thought leadership
Obtain and maintain Cloud certifications
Complete administrative project tasks like time and expense entry, status reporting, and project completion reporting
Acts as contributor in Optiv communities for solutions of focus
Deliver technical cloud engagements focused on secure migration, deployment, and scaling client environments
Implement CNAPP solutions such as Wiz, CrowdStrike, or Prisma Cloud to provide visibility and proactive management of client cloud environments
Design and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) templates (preferably Terraform) for secure resource deployments
Lead client workshops and maturity sessions to provide client stakeholders with guidance on leading cloud security practices and operational excellence
Create high-quality client deliverables using PowerPoint, Word, Visio, and/or Excel to capture technical designs, architecture, and actionable recommendations
Collaborate with team members including Consultants, Senior Consultants, Principal Consultants, and Technical Manager to maintain high-quality client delivery
Actively participate in internal practice initiatives such as contributing to reusable assets, deliverable templates, and thought leadership artifacts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and approximately 5-7 years of related work experience
Approximately 5 years of hands-on experience design, deploying, and securing cloud environments using either AWS or Azure
Deep technical experience in at least one major CNAPP platform (i.e., Wiz, CrowdStrike, Prisma Cloud)
Demonstrate experience creating and managing infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) templates using Terraform for secure cloud provisioning
Proven ability to effectively communicate technical details and concepts to client stakeholders in working sessions and deliverable documentation
Experience creating high-quality deliverables in PowerPoint, Word, and/or Excel that articulate complex technical solutions
Solid understanding of cloud security governance, identity and access management, network security, data protection, risk and compliance, and business resiliency
Ability to build consensus and manage multiple tasks in parallel
Willingness to travel to meet client needs
Preferred
Experience working in multi-cloud environments (AWS and Azure) is highly desirable
Practical knowledge of DevSecOps tooling such as Azure DevOps
AWS or Azure certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Solutions Architecture, and/or Azure Security Engineer is strongly preferred
Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as NIST and CSA Cloud Controls Matrix for securing cloud environments
Strong consultative skills with experience guiding clients toward successful engagement outcomes
Benefits
Work/life balance
Professional training resources
Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)
Company
Optiv
Optiv is a cyber security solutions provider in North America that help clients plan, build and run successful cyber security programs.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
CVC Capital PartnersSverica Capital
2023-05-31Debt Financing
2017-01-01Series Unknown
2016-12-05Acquired
Leadership Team
Julie Talbot-Hubbard
Senior Vice President, Cyber Protection and Identity
James Turgal
Vice President, Cyber Risk, Strategy & Board Relations
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