Cloud Architect Lead II

Role: Cloud Architect Lead II Location: Allentown, PA In this role, you will work closely with our Cloud Engineering team to ensure the security and configuration of the PPL cloud infrastructure, including Azure, AWS, and other cloud service providers. ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Design and implement secure cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP.Experience and Proficient in developing Azure Cloud Automation code with the WIZ PlatformConduct regular security assessments and ensure compliance with frameworks (NIST, CIS).Lead incident response for cloud environments and contribute to tabletop exercises.Collaborate with developers and DevOps teams to ensure secure CICD and IAC best practices.Ensure user access and privileged account management to cloud resources is aligned to industry best practices and frameworks.Provide input to GRC teams on cloud security policies and IAM standards.Perform security reviews of cloud architecture, infrastructure, and applications, identify gaps, develop a security risk management plan, and execute strategies to mitigate/address identified risk.Manage CSPM and Container Security technologies with hands on experience.Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on Cloud Security related topics, best practices, emerging technologies and the evolving threat landscape.Identify and apply strategies to optimize resource utilization and minimize cost.Provide guidance, coaching, and support in the development of junior staff members.Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards. REQURIED EXPERIENCE:A minimum of 10+ years of direct cybersecurity cloud experience in the configuration and support of cloud applications and infrastructure.Experience in the configuration and support of Microsoft 365 services including:Microsoft Endpoint Manager – Intune and Configuration ManagerMicrosoft Defender for CloudMicrosoft Identity and Access - Microsoft 365 Active Directory/Entra and ADFS.Understanding modern cloud technology components and deployment patterns: virtual machines, containers, Kubernetes, serverless, infrastructure, code, etc.Demonstrated knowledge of Azure architecture and core services such as Virtual Machines, Group Policy, MFA, Azure Active Directory, Management Groups, Resource Groups, Azure Regions, Azure Functions, Azure Networking, Azure IPsec Connections, Network Security Groups, Azure VDI, and Firewalls.Experience with DevOps and building CI/CD pipelines to support application and infrastructure deployments.Scripting and Programming: skills in scripting languages like PowerShell or Azure CLI for automation.Knowledge of network architectures, including VNETs, subnets, VPNs, and ExpressRoute, along with an understanding of Azure security tools and features like Azure Active Directory, Network Security Groups, and Azure Key Vault.Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Collaborative and effective in cross-functional team environments.Strong analytical skills to assess risks and vulnerabilities in complex systems.