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Position Summary
Are you interested in working in a dynamic environment that offers opportunities for professional growth and new responsibilities? If so, Deloitte & Touche LLP could be the place for you. Traditional security programs have often been unsuccessful in unifying the need to both secure and support technology innovation required by the business. Join Deloitte's Cloud Cyber Services team and become a member of the largest group of cybersecurity professionals worldwide.
Recruiting for this role ends on 5/1/2026
Work you'll do
Deloitte has an opening for a Cloud Security Architect (Senior Consultant). The cloud security architect plays an integral role in defining and assessing the client organization's cloud security strategy, architecture and practices. This individual's primary function is to provide cloud security planning, deployment and review expertise to project teams and client organizations in the Cyber space. Responsibilities include:
- Lead/provide technical guidance and solutioning for the delivery of Cloud Cyber Risk projects in a project manager and or architect role, overseeing the activities of onsite and offshore engineers and architects across 8 key cyber domains: Governance, Identity, Application Security, PaaS security, Infrastructure security, Security Monitoring, Resilience and Data protection
- Assist in business development activities such as defining scope of services, building resource estimates and related pricing, packaging proposals and supporting the delivery of the proposal to the client for AWS, GCP, Azure and/or Oracle Cloud services
- Function as key client point of contact interface building rapport and trust with the client
- Function as a technical specialist in CNAPP, CWPP and CSPM technologies and security risk frameworks relevant to cloud as well as the industry leading benchmarks
- Lead the generation of all project deliverables such as assessment reports, system designs/ architectures and risk/security recommendations
- Maintain strong domain knowledge of multi-hyperscaler cloud solutions and security concepts and technologies
- Assist clients with security frameworks, cloud configuration standards and resolving cloud vulnerabilities
- Lead the execution of cloud security engagements during different phases of the lifecycle - assess, design, and implementation.
- Lead engagements to perform technical health checks for cloud platforms/environments prior to broader deployments.
- Oversee technical support for AWS, GCP, Azure and/or Oracle cyber services and resolve service-related issues through research and troubleshooting and working with vendors.
- Conduct cloud security analysis, recommendations and configurations of prospective clients' platforms and environments based on Deloitte's Cloud Cyber Risk Framework.
- Perform technical health checks for these cloud platforms/environments prior to broader deployments including DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with and leading use of leading cyber tooling for cloud such as Wiz and Snyk
- Support proof of concept and production deployments of these cloud technologies for AWS, GCP, Azure, Oracle, Wiz and/or Snyk
- Assist clients with transitions to using cloud services such as tenant setup and service configuration, focused on cloud cyber risk mitigation. Additional technologies include: MFA, SSO, Conditional Access, PIM, Security Operations tooling and scanning solutions.
- Assist clients with the deployment of third-party technologies to assist in securing the cloud platform such as firewall, WAF, PAM and cloud workload protection.
- Assist clients with configuration and delivery of cloud security and compliance reports.
- Provide technical support for AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle, Wiz, Snyk and third-party security services and resolve service-related issues through research and troubleshooting and working with third-party vendors.
- Implementation of industry leading practices around Azure, AWS, GCP, Wiz, Snyk and cloud security services for clients.
- Designing and developing cloud-specific security policies, standards and procedures e.g., tenant, management group and subscription management and configuration, identify management and access control, firewall management, auditing and monitoring, security incident and event management, data protection (DLP, encryption), user and administrator account management, SSO, conditional access controls and password/key management.
- Troubleshooting system level problems in a multi-vendor, multi-protocol network environment.
- Documenting platform technical issues, analysis, client communication, and resolution as part of cyber risk mitigation steps.
- Executing on cloud security engagements during different phases of the lifecycle - assess, design, and implementation & post implementation reviews.
- Implementing industry leading practices around cyber risks and cloud security for clients.
- Provide internal cloud and devsecops security technical training to Advisory personnel as needed.
- Acting as a subject matter specialist on cloud cyber risk for the cloud platforms.
- Contribute to Point-of-Views (PoVs) on providing leading practices to our clients on the cyber challenges they face.
- Contribute to eminence activities, such as whitepapers pertaining to cloud security capabilities.
The Team
Deloitte's Cloud Cyber Risk team helps complex organizations more confidently pursue their growth, innovation and performance agendas through proactive management of the associated cyber risks. Our professionals provide advisory and implementation services that integrate risk, regulatory, and technology skills to help clients transform their legacy programs into proactive Secure.Vigilant.Resilient. TM cyber risk programs. Join the team developing the future state of cyber risk solutions.
Required:
- BA/BS Degree ideally in Technical Field (ex. Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Security, Engineering, Information Technology); or 4 years equivalent professional experience
- 4+ years of experience in technical consulting, client problem solving, architecting and designing solutions in a consulting role with project leadership and/or architect experience in AWS, GCP, Azure, Oracle, Wiz and/or Snyk; with a security focus strongly preferred
- 2+ years of hands-on technical experience designing and implementing security solutions for leading Cloud service providers across SPI models and environments (Public, Private, Hybrid)
- 2+ years working experience designing cloud security architectures and strategies for enterprises
- 2+ years working with Cloud security industry standards such as Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), ISO/IEC 27017 and NIST CSF
- 2+ years working experience with Cloud security technologies/vendors (e.g., IAM, SIEM, IDS) and/or providers (e.g., Okta, CipherCloud, AlertLogic), a big plus
- 1+ years working with Cloud orchestration and automation (Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)) in single and multi-tenant environments
- 2+ years working with CNAPP, CSPM or CWPP technologies or planning for large-scale deployments of these technologies
Limited sponsorship opportunities may be available
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to travel up to 80%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
- Locations include: Houston, Dallas, Cleveland, Detroit, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Boston, Charlotte, Atlanta, Miami, Memphis, Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle. Must be within a reasonable commute and willing to work part-time in the Deloitte and/or client offices.
Preferred:
- Previous Consulting or Big 4 experience preferred.
- Industry or Vendor Security Certifications such as CISSP or other cloud architect domains
- Experience with Virtualization including security for at least one or more of the following: Compute, Network, Storage, End-point, Application
- Experience designing IAM technologies and services
- Experience or strong working knowledge of managing enterprise security infrastructure and perimeter security appliances - e.g., firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPSs), web application firewalls (WAFs), endpoint protection, SIEM and log management technology
- Experience with Azure data, analytics, or AI/ML services (Azure SQL, HDInsight, Databricks, Data Factory, Data Lake Storage, Azure Analysis Services, Synapse Analytics, Azure Machine Learning, etc.)
Understanding of industry security standards, guidelines and regulatory/compliance requirements related to information security and cloud computing such as ISO 27001, ISO 27018, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, PCI DSS, SOC2, HIPAA, PCI, SOX, GLBA, etc.
Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $118,700 to $218,600
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
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Cloud Security Architect - Senior Consultant
Position Summary
Are you interested in working in a dynamic environment that offers opportunities for professional growth and new responsibilities? If so, Deloitte & Touche LLP could be the place for you. Traditional security programs have often been unsuccessful in unifying the need to both secure and support technology innovation required by the business. Join Deloitte's Cloud Cyber Services team and become a member of the largest group of cybersecurity professionals worldwide.
Recruiting for this role ends on 5/1/2026
Work you'll do
Deloitte has an opening for a Cloud Security Architect (Senior Consultant). The cloud security architect plays an integral role in defining and assessing the client organization's cloud security strategy, architecture and practices. This individual's primary function is to provide cloud security planning, deployment and review expertise to project teams and client organizations in the Cyber space. Responsibilities include:
- Lead/provide technical guidance and solutioning for the delivery of Cloud Cyber Risk projects in a project manager and or architect role, overseeing the activities of onsite and offshore engineers and architects across 8 key cyber domains: Governance, Identity, Application Security, PaaS security, Infrastructure security, Security Monitoring, Resilience and Data protection
- Assist in business development activities such as defining scope of services, building resource estimates and related pricing, packaging proposals and supporting the delivery of the proposal to the client for AWS, GCP, Azure and/or Oracle Cloud services
- Function as key client point of contact interface building rapport and trust with the client
- Function as a technical specialist in CNAPP, CWPP and CSPM technologies and security risk frameworks relevant to cloud as well as the industry leading benchmarks
- Lead the generation of all project deliverables such as assessment reports, system designs/ architectures and risk/security recommendations
- Maintain strong domain knowledge of multi-hyperscaler cloud solutions and security concepts and technologies
- Assist clients with security frameworks, cloud configuration standards and resolving cloud vulnerabilities
- Lead the execution of cloud security engagements during different phases of the lifecycle - assess, design, and implementation.
- Lead engagements to perform technical health checks for cloud platforms/environments prior to broader deployments.
- Oversee technical support for AWS, GCP, Azure and/or Oracle cyber services and resolve service-related issues through research and troubleshooting and working with vendors.
- Conduct cloud security analysis, recommendations and configurations of prospective clients' platforms and environments based on Deloitte's Cloud Cyber Risk Framework.
- Perform technical health checks for these cloud platforms/environments prior to broader deployments including DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with and leading use of leading cyber tooling for cloud such as Wiz and Snyk
- Support proof of concept and production deployments of these cloud technologies for AWS, GCP, Azure, Oracle, Wiz and/or Snyk
- Assist clients with transitions to using cloud services such as tenant setup and service configuration, focused on cloud cyber risk mitigation. Additional technologies include: MFA, SSO, Conditional Access, PIM, Security Operations tooling and scanning solutions.
- Assist clients with the deployment of third-party technologies to assist in securing the cloud platform such as firewall, WAF, PAM and cloud workload protection.
- Assist clients with configuration and delivery of cloud security and compliance reports.
- Provide technical support for AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle, Wiz, Snyk and third-party security services and resolve service-related issues through research and troubleshooting and working with third-party vendors.
- Implementation of industry leading practices around Azure, AWS, GCP, Wiz, Snyk and cloud security services for clients.
- Designing and developing cloud-specific security policies, standards and procedures e.g., tenant, management group and subscription management and configuration, identify management and access control, firewall management, auditing and monitoring, security incident and event management, data protection (DLP, encryption), user and administrator account management, SSO, conditional access controls and password/key management.
- Troubleshooting system level problems in a multi-vendor, multi-protocol network environment.
- Documenting platform technical issues, analysis, client communication, and resolution as part of cyber risk mitigation steps.
- Executing on cloud security engagements during different phases of the lifecycle - assess, design, and implementation & post implementation reviews.
- Implementing industry leading practices around cyber risks and cloud security for clients.
- Provide internal cloud and devsecops security technical training to Advisory personnel as needed.
- Acting as a subject matter specialist on cloud cyber risk for the cloud platforms.
- Contribute to Point-of-Views (PoVs) on providing leading practices to our clients on the cyber challenges they face.
- Contribute to eminence activities, such as whitepapers pertaining to cloud security capabilities.
The Team
Deloitte's Cloud Cyber Risk team helps complex organizations more confidently pursue their growth, innovation and performance agendas through proactive management of the associated cyber risks. Our professionals provide advisory and implementation services that integrate risk, regulatory, and technology skills to help clients transform their legacy programs into proactive Secure.Vigilant.Resilient. TM cyber risk programs. Join the team developing the future state of cyber risk solutions.
Required:
- BA/BS Degree ideally in Technical Field (ex. Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Security, Engineering, Information Technology); or 4 years equivalent professional experience
- 4+ years of experience in technical consulting, client problem solving, architecting and designing solutions in a consulting role with project leadership and/or architect experience in AWS, GCP, Azure, Oracle, Wiz and/or Snyk; with a security focus strongly preferred
- 2+ years of hands-on technical experience designing and implementing security solutions for leading Cloud service providers across SPI models and environments (Public, Private, Hybrid)
- 2+ years working experience designing cloud security architectures and strategies for enterprises
- 2+ years working with Cloud security industry standards such as Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), ISO/IEC 27017 and NIST CSF
- 2+ years working experience with Cloud security technologies/vendors (e.g., IAM, SIEM, IDS) and/or providers (e.g., Okta, CipherCloud, AlertLogic), a big plus
- 1+ years working with Cloud orchestration and automation (Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)) in single and multi-tenant environments
- 2+ years working with CNAPP, CSPM or CWPP technologies or planning for large-scale deployments of these technologies
Limited sponsorship opportunities may be available
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to travel up to 80%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
- Locations include: Houston, Dallas, Cleveland, Detroit, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Boston, Charlotte, Atlanta, Miami, Memphis, Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle. Must be within a reasonable commute and willing to work part-time in the Deloitte and/or client offices.
Preferred:
- Previous Consulting or Big 4 experience preferred.
- Industry or Vendor Security Certifications such as CISSP or other cloud architect domains
- Experience with Virtualization including security for at least one or more of the following: Compute, Network, Storage, End-point, Application
- Experience designing IAM technologies and services
- Experience or strong working knowledge of managing enterprise security infrastructure and perimeter security appliances - e.g., firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPSs), web application firewalls (WAFs), endpoint protection, SIEM and log management technology
- Experience with Azure data, analytics, or AI/ML services (Azure SQL, HDInsight, Databricks, Data Factory, Data Lake Storage, Azure Analysis Services, Synapse Analytics, Azure Machine Learning, etc.)
Understanding of industry security standards, guidelines and regulatory/compliance requirements related to information security and cloud computing such as ISO 27001, ISO 27018, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, PCI DSS, SOC2, HIPAA, PCI, SOX, GLBA, etc.
Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $118,700 to $218,600
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Cloud Security Architect
Verify your CIP code matches security
Cloud Security Architect roles typically require a degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or information systems. Check your diploma's CIP code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List to confirm your degree qualifies before applying.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to legally employ you on STEM OPT. Ask recruiters directly whether the hiring entity, not just the parent company, is enrolled, since subsidiaries and staffing agencies have separate accounts.
Build a cloud security credential stack early
Employers filing STEM OPT training plans for architect-level roles expect hands-on cloud platform experience. Earning credentials like AWS Security Specialty or Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer before your job search strengthens your I-983 learning objectives significantly.
Target employers with active H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Cloud Security Architect roles by employers who have filed H-1B visa LCAs, giving you visibility into which companies routinely sponsor immigration beyond the OPT window and are already familiar with the compliance requirements.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan scope carefully
Your I-983 must list specific learning objectives tied to your architecture role. Push to include cloud security framework implementation, zero-trust design projects, and compliance audits so your training plan reflects real work and survives SEVP scrutiny.
Time your H-1B registration around your OPT end date
STEM OPT extensions last 24 months, but H-1B cap-gap protection only applies if USCIS receives a timely filed petition before your authorization expires. Map your OPT end date against the April 1 H-1B filing window to identify whether a gap exists.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cloud Security Architect role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, provided your degree is on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Cloud Security Architect positions are classified under computer and information systems occupations in O*NET, and degrees in computer science, cybersecurity, information assurance, or related engineering fields typically carry qualifying CIP codes. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before filing the extension.
What must my employer do to hire me on STEM OPT as a Cloud Security Architect?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT employment begins. They must also sign your Form I-983 training plan, which requires documenting specific learning objectives tied to your Cloud Security Architect duties, confirming you'll be paid and supervised like a regular employee, and committing to report material changes in your role to your DSO.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Cloud Security Architect position?
Your I-983 should detail learning objectives directly tied to your role, such as designing cloud security architectures, implementing identity and access management frameworks, conducting threat modeling, and achieving compliance with standards like NIST or FedRAMP. Generic objectives like 'gain experience in IT' won't hold up. Your employer's supervisor signs the plan and is responsible for its accuracy.
How do I find Cloud Security Architect employers who support STEM OPT and sponsor visas long-term?
Migrate Mate surfaces Cloud Security Architect roles filtered for employers with active E-Verify enrollment and H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can prioritize companies that have already navigated immigration compliance. This matters because STEM OPT is a bridge, not a permanent solution, and your employer's H-1B track record signals whether they'll support your next status change.
Does cap-gap protection apply if my STEM OPT expires before my H-1B start date?
Cap-gap protection extends your OPT work authorization through September 30 of the H-1B fiscal year if USCIS receives a properly filed, timely H-1B petition before your STEM OPT expires. You must remain in valid F-1 status, and your employer must continue your E-Verify-compliant employment without interruption. USCIS issues an updated I-20 reflecting the cap-gap period through your DSO.