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CBTS

Security Architect (W2 Contract only)

Hybrid

Atlanta, United states

Mid level

Freelance

03-02-2026

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Skills

Python Go Splunk Monitoring Ansible AWS (Amazon Web Services) Networking Research Architecture Compliance and Regulatory Linux Operating Systems Programming AWS Terraform

Job Specifications

Role: Security Architect

Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid – 2-3 Days/Week)

Contract

Job Responsibilities / Typical Day in the Role

Implement design reviews to evaluate security controls
Identify and communicate opportunities to enhance the security posture of client
Build and / or manage enterprise security platforms effectively
Communicate effectively across all levels of management to articulate client security goals and vision.
Identify and communicate opportunities to enhance the security posture of client
Build and / or manage enterprise security platforms effectively (SAAS, on premise or in Cloud)
Communicate effectively across all levels of management to articulate client security goals and vision.
Have a team player mentality; strive to contribute to team cohesion however can work independently if the need arises
Plan, design, engineer and implement security-related technologies
Understanding technical security issues, their implications within client business units and able to effectively communicate them to management and other business leaders.
Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain security infrastructure – including software and hardware in cloud environments, as well as on-premises.
Conduct security audits and assessments to regularly determine the effectiveness of security platforms and identify areas of improvement.
Host and operating systems hardening, auditing, monitoring and logging with appropriate security controls and best practices while meeting security best practices and business goals
Research and explore emerging security technologies and determine their appropriate use within the company.
Prepare, document, and create standard operating procedures and protocols.
Crosstrain and mentor other team members as needed

Must Have Skills / Requirements

Implementing advanced cyber security technology in a complex environment
5+ years of experience; Hands-on experience in security engineering, hands-on experience in building, designing, and maintaining enterprise security tools.
Scripting experience (using Python, Go, or other equivalent languages)
5+ years of experience.
Hands-on Experience with automation technologies
3+ Years of experience; Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, etc.
Linux Experience.
5+ years of experience; Ability to construct and maintain complex network infrastructures.

Technology requirements:

Engineer and administer security platforms including SIEM/SOAR systems, endpoint detection and response, vulnerability management, anomaly detection, and cloud analysis.
Experience in managing the Brinqa vulnerability management platform and experience with Groovy programming language
Must have 5+ years of scripting experience (using Python or other equivalent languages)
Hands-on Experience in public cloud infrastructures like AWS (Amazon Web Services)

Nice to Have Skills / Preferred Requirements

Security and Cloud certifications are a plus. (CISSP, Splunk Admin, AWS Solution architect).
Media/entertainment or distributed global network experience.

Soft Skills

Hands-on technical experience with networking and computing system architectures, specifically, the security aspects thereof.
Thorough understanding of information security principles, techniques, principles, policy frameworks, and best practices
Hands-on technical experience with compliance and regulatory frameworks and how they affect architecture designs and review

About the Company

CBTS (#44 CRN Solution Provider 500) serves enterprise and midmarket clients in all industries across North America. We combine deep technical expertise with a full suite of flexible technology solutions--including Application Modernization, Managed Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, Digital Workplace, and Infrastructure solutions. From developing and deploying modern AI-enabled applications and the secure, scalable infrastructure platforms on which they run, to managing, monitoring, and optimizing their operations, we are your tr... Know more