Cloud Solutions Architect

Cloud Solutions Architect - Security & Secrets Management Focus
* This is a strategic and hands-on cloud security architecture role with a focus on secrets management and non-human identity protection across multi-cloud and SaaS environments.
* This is a 3-6 month contract paying up to £600/650 p/d, based remotely with potential on-site collaboration as required.
* Immediate start preferred, so availability within 1-2 weeks is ideal.
* To apply, please email

Who are the client?
Our client is a leading global consultancy known for delivering digital transformation and technology solutions to enterprise clients. With a 50+ year legacy, they partner with top-tier organisations to drive innovation and secure complex systems across industries.

What will you be doing?
As a Cloud Solutions Architect, you will lead the design and delivery of cloud security enhancements, with emphasis on secrets management and identity access management in cloud environments. You'll be the SME for related security capabilities and will engage with internal engineering teams to embed secure design patterns. You'll also drive standards, mentor teams, and help operationalise best practices within the cloud security domain.

What will you need?
* 3+ years experience implementing secrets management solutions at scale (e.g. HashiCorp Vault, Azure Key Vault, AWS Secrets Manager)
* Experience with cloud security posture management (CSPM) across AWS, Azure, GCP
* Proficiency in Terraform and Infrastructure as Code
* Tier 3 support exposure in business-critical environments
* App registration and service principal management in Azure AD
* Strong documentation and stakeholder engagement skills

What would be desirable?
* Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Security+, or equivalent
* Understanding of Zero Trust, MFA, and risk-based authentication principles
* Experience with Agile, CI/CD, and tools like GitHub, Jira, Miro
* Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC2, NIST

To Apply…
Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS - Cloud Security, Secrets Management, HashiCorp Vault, AWS, Azure, Terraform, Identity & Access Management, DevSecOps, CI/CD, CSPM, Zero Trust