The Motley Fool is looking for a highly skilled AWS Security Consultant to work with our data engineering and security teams on an independent contract basis, 10-20 hours per week for at least 3 months. This is a senior-level role that is very flexible and 100% remote. However, candidates must be located in the United States for consideration.

Who are we?

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What would you do in this role?

As an AWS Security Consultant, you will be responsible for ensuring the security of our cloud-based infrastructure by implementing best practices and industry standards. You will be required to work with different teams to assess their security requirements, design and implement secure solutions on AWS, and provide ongoing support to maintain the cloud environment's security. Your role will also involve guiding teams on AWS security, identifying potential security risks, and implementing mitigation strategies.

Okay, but what would you actually do in this role?

●        Conduct AWS security assessments and identify areas of vulnerability

●        Design and implement secure AWS architectures and solutions

●        Implement and manage security controls on AWS services

●        Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations

●        Provide ongoing support to maintain the security of AWS environments

●        Work with teams to develop security policies and procedures

●        Conduct security training and awareness programs for teams

●        Analyze security logs and events to identify potential security incidents

●        Respond to security incidents and implement corrective actions

●        Keep up-to-date with industry trends and emerging security threats

Required Experience:

●        Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Security or a related field

●        AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security Specialty)

●        Any of these certifications: CompTIA Security+, CISSP, Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

●        At least 5 years of experience in information security and cloud security

●        Strong knowledge of AWS security services and features

●        Experience with AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), AWS Key Management Service (KMS), AWS CloudTrail, WAF, Shield, Macie

●        Strong understanding of security best practices, frameworks, and standards (e.g., CIS, NIST, ISO)

●        Experience with tools like Cloud Custodian, Service Control Policies, Permission Boundary, Guard Duty, Security Hub

●        Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

●        Ability to work independently and as part of a team

●        Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

●        A passion for investing - ideally with professional experience within finance/fintech industries

Compensation:

Our budget for this role is between $100 and $175 per hour depending on experience.