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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Google Cloud Platform Architect / Engineer - **Company:** Randstad - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $142,438.0 - $163,238.0 - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Access Network, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Identity and Access Management, Key Management, Network Administration, Zero Trust Network Access, Systems Integration, Google Cloud, HybridCloud, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Enterprise Integration, Firewall Services Module, Terraform - **Published:** October 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/82bbdcb2-7800-4f69-b9cd-3b8473824569 ## About the Role 5+ years of hands-on experience designing, building, and securing enterprise-scale architectures on Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform). Deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform native security tools (Cloud IAM, Firewall Rules, KMS, Organization Policies, Security Command Center, Secret Manager, and VPC Service Controls). Strong understanding of hybrid cloud connectivity, shared VPC design, zero-trust network access, and regional network management. Preferred Qualifications Certifications: Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Architect or Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Security Engineer Experience working within global professional services networks or highly regulated multi-tenant cloud environments. Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and CI/CD security integration. Strong stakeholder management skills with a proven track record of enabling business units to adopt cloud technologies securely. Minimum Education: HS Diploma, 5+ years of hands-on experience designing, building, and securing enterprise architectures on Google Cloud Platform. Demonstrated expertise in Google Cloud Platform security tools (Cloud IAM, Firewall Rules, KMS, Org Policies, Security Command Center, Secret Manager, VPC Service Controls). Strong experience with hybrid cloud connectivity, shared VPC design, and zero-trust network principles. Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Active Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Architect or Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Security Engineer certification. Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines. Prior experience in highly regulated, multi-tenant enterprise or professional services environments. skills: network access,VPC,Cloud,cloud technologies,Cloud Security,Cloud Engineer,CI/CD,secure integration,Firewall Rules,Google Cloud Platform,Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform),hybrid cloud,access management,IAM,Cloud IAM,key management,network management,Terraform,zero-trust,access controls,architecture reviews,solution development,enterprise security,data encryption,governance,security frameworks,security integration,governance protocols,Professional Cloud Architect,professional services,organizational compliance,security,stakeholder management skills,telemetry ## Description We are seeking an experienced Senior Google Cloud Platform Architect / Engineer to direct the enablement of new Google Cloud Platform services and drive enterprise cloud transformation. In this role, you will act as a pivotal technical pillar responsible for building robust cloud architectures, balancing service enablement with solution development, and implementing enterprise-grade security frameworks across a global network., In the capacity of Senior Google Cloud Platform Architect / Engineer, you will direct the enablement of new Google Cloud Platform services across the PwC network. This position functions as a pivotal technical pillar, balancing workload requirements across service enablement and solution development. Furthermore, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, and enforcing comprehensive security frameworks to ensure Google Cloud Platform environments align with PwC's organizational compliance, access controls, and governance protocols., Technical Leadership: Serve as a subject matter expert, providing specialized oversight, architecture reviews, and technical guidance for complex cloud initiatives that require hands-on senior engineering. Security Architecture: Design and deploy security control frameworks (org policies), identity management (IAM), data encryption, key management, and security telemetry for Google Cloud Platform adoption. Service Enablement: Drive technical delivery and architecture for both service enablement and customer support.