Application Security Architect / GCP / Hybrid / Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
**Hybrid**
Contract
$60/hr - $80/hr
A leading company in the financial industry is looking to bring on an Application Security Architect to support a growing need for secure, cloud-native architecture across their enterprise systems. This team is specifically focused on modernizing application security practices in a GCP environment and is looking for a hands-on architect with deep knowledge of secure development, cloud architecture, and DevSecOps principles.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned security architect to take on a visible role in shaping the future of secure development within a large-scale hybrid cloud environment. You’ll collaborate closely with software engineers, DevOps teams, and cloud architects to implement secure-by-design principles across microservices, APIs, and serverless workloads. If you're passionate about driving strategic security initiatives and staying ahead of the ever-evolving threat landscape, this role offers the chance to make a real impact.
Contract Duration: 6-12 months
**Required Skills & Experience**
+ Minamum of 7 years of experience in roles focused on application security, secure software development or security architecture
+ At least 3 years of direct experience working with GCP services such as IAM, Cloud Run, GKE, Cloud Functions, VPCs and Cloud Armor
+ Strong grasp of core GCP concepts across compute, storage, networking, data handling and security configurations
+ In depth knowledge of secure software development practices and patterns commonly used in cloud environments including microservices, containerization and CI/CD pipelines
+ Proven track record of embedding security measures within CI/CD workflows using tools like Jenkins, GitHub and GitHub Actions
+ Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as Python, Java, Go or Node.js
+ Solid familiarity with key security standards and risk models, including the OWASP Top 10, SANs CWE Top 25, and frameworks like STRIDE for threat modeling
+ At least one security cert such as GDSA, GCAD, GWAT, GWEB, GPEN, GCPN, or GXPN
**Desired Skills & Experience**
+ Certifications such as SBSA, TOGAF or GCP PCA are a big plus
**What You Will Be Doing**
Tech Breakdown
+ 100% GCP
Daily Responsibilities
+ 100% Hands on
**You will receive the following benefits:**
+ Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
+ Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
+ Vision Benefits
+ Health Savings Account (HSA)
+ Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
+ Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
+ Hospital Indemnity Insurance
+ 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
+ Paid Sick Time Leave
+ Legal and Identity Protection Plans
+ Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
+ 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
**Posted by:** Jordan Carbonell
**Specialization:**
+ Cloud Security
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