Client Location: Hybrid in Chicago, IL - onsite 3x week
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Overview:
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We are seeking an External Perimeter Security Architect for our client on a contract basis. You will lead a security architecture engagement focused on redesigning the external perimeter for both cloud and on-premises environments with the goal of reducing real risk exposure and deliver structured, milestone-based remediation plans that drive informed decisions.
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Required Qualifications:
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Deep knowledge of traditional network security and SD-WAN
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Zero trust architecture
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AWS security configuration and best practices across cloud-native services (Control Tower, Security Hub, Config, Guardduty)
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Cloud networking, integration patterns, and cross-account security management
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Data encryption — at rest and in flight
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Preferred Qualifications:
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Privileged Access Management fundamentals
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CI/CD pipeline security using third-party tools (Ansible, Jenkins, or similar)
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Hands-on experience with AI coding agents (e.g., Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, Gemini CLI) — professional or personal
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Numbers & Facts
Location
Chicago, IL
Skills
Amazon Web Services (AWS)unmatched
Ansibleunmatched
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Agentsunmatched
Best Practicesunmatched
Cloud Computingunmatched
Continuous Deployment/Deliveryunmatched
Continuous Integrationunmatched
Cryptographyunmatched
Jenkinsunmatched
Network Integrationunmatched
Network Securityunmatched
Risk Managementunmatched
Security Architectureunmatched
Security Monitoringunmatched
Wide Area Network (WAN)unmatched
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