Afarax is looking for a freelance Security Project Manager (AWS & Cloud Security). We need you!
The project:Our client in the Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage sector, is seeking an experienced Security Project Manager (AWS & Cloud Security) to strengthen their team.
Key ResponsibilitiesSecurity Project LeadershipLead end-to-end security projects across AWS environments (planning, execution, monitoring, reporting).Define project scope, milestones, risks, dependencies, and resource allocation.Coordinate cross-functional teams (Cloud, Infra, SOC, DevOps, Compliance).Ensure alignment between security architecture guidelines and project delivery.Provide structured reporting to management and governance committees.Cloud Security & AWS GovernanceIdentity & Access ManagementOversee IAM governance initiatives (roles, policies, least-privilege models).Coordinate implementation of identity controls, access reviews, and privilege management.Ensure IAM policies align with enterprise security standards and compliance frameworks.Storage & Backup SecurityLead initiatives related to secure cloud storage (S3, EBS, EFS).Ensure encryption at rest and in transit (KMS integration).Coordinate backup and disaster recovery strategies (cross-region replication, lifecycle policies).Validate resilience and recovery testing processes.Network & Application ProtectionManage implementation and optimization of AWS WAF and Shield protections.Oversee secure VPC architecture alignment with security requirements.Coordinate mitigation actions following vulnerability assessments or security incidents.Governance, Risk & ComplianceEnsure projects comply with internal security policies and external frameworks (ISO 27001, NIS2, DORA, etc.).Perform risk assessments and ensure remediation plans are executed.Coordinate audit preparation and evidence collection for cloud security controls.Maintain security documentation, standards, and reporting dashboards.Automation & Continuous ImprovementSupport implementation of security automation using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / CloudFormation).Ensure security controls are integrated into CI/CD pipelines.Promote automation-first practices for permission management, backup validation, and compliance monitoring.
Is this you?Required Experience5–8+ years of experience in IT project management with strong exposure to security topics.Proven experience managing cloud security projects in AWS environments.Experience coordinating infrastructure, DevOps, and security teams.Strong understanding of enterprise IT governance and operational environments.
Technical KnowledgeGood understanding of AWS services including:IAM (roles, policies, access governance)S3, EBS, EFS (secure storage practices)KMS (encryption management)AWS Backup strategiesWAF, ShieldCloudTrail, Config, GuardDuty (monitoring & compliance)Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / CloudFormation).Understanding of backup, disaster recovery, and resilience strategies.Knowledge of security risk management and compliance requirements.
Soft SkillsStrong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.Structured and risk-aware mindset.Ability to translate technical security concepts into clear project plans.Comfortable interacting with C-level, architects, and operational teams.Proactive, solution-oriented, and delivery-focused.
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