AWS Security Consultant
Contract | UK | Customer-Facing AWS Professional Services
We're looking for experienced AWS Security Consultants to support the delivery of security engagements across a range of enterprise customers.
This is a hands-on implementation role, working as part of a wider AWS security team to deploy AWS-native security controls and help customers build secure cloud environments. You'll be joining complex transformation projects where you'll be expected to contribute from day one.
Key Responsibilities
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Implement AWS security controls across enterprise AWS environments
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Configure and deploy AWS security services including GuardDuty, Security Hub, AWS Config, CloudTrail and KMS
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Secure AWS networking including VPCs, Security Groups and Network ACLs
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Build and deploy security solutions using Terraform, CloudFormation or AWS CDK
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Develop automation using Python and AWS Lambda
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Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes
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Configure AWS WAF, Shield and Cognito where required
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Work closely with customers and technical stakeholders to deliver secure AWS solutions
Essential Skills & Experience
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AWS Certified Security – Specialty (essential)
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AWS Solutions Architect – Associate (Professional desirable)
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Strong hands-on AWS security implementation experience
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Experience with AWS IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, AWS Config, CloudTrail and KMS
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Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, CloudFormation or AWS CDK
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Strong Python scripting skills
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Experience implementing security within AWS environments
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Previous customer-facing consulting or Professional Services experience
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable
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DevSecOps and CI/CD experience
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Experience with AWS WAF, Shield and Cognito
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Knowledge of vulnerability management and security monitoring
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Eligible to obtain UK security clearance
Location:
UK-based. Travel to customer sites may be required depending on project requirements.
If you're an experienced AWS Security Consultant looking for your next contract, we'd love to hear from you.
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