Fractional Platform and Cloud Security Lead

Ongoing senior AWS, Linux, platform and security input for teams that need steady technical leadership without hiring a full-time specialist.

Pricing from A$7,000/month 3-month minimum, ex GST
Timeline 1-3 days per week Confirmed after discovery
Delivery Principal-led Remote-first, Sydney-based

When this service fits

  • Teams not ready for a full-time senior cloud security hire
  • SaaS businesses that need steady AWS, Linux and DevSecOps uplift
  • Lean IT teams that need senior prioritisation and hands-on implementation support
  • Clients that need recurring help with supplier or customer security evidence

What the work covers

  • Monthly priority setting and roadmap management
  • Architecture and security review
  • Hands-on AWS, Linux and DevSecOps support
  • Backlog shaping and implementation oversight
  • Internal mentoring and technical uplift
  • Supplier or customer security questionnaire support where appropriate
  • Limited stakeholder reporting

What you receive

  • Monthly priorities and progress notes
  • Architecture or security review notes
  • Implementation support and change records where relevant
  • Roadmap and risk backlog updates
  • Mentoring and handover material

What should improve

  • Predictable access to senior cloud and platform security judgement
  • Better prioritisation across AWS, Linux and delivery security work
  • More consistent progress on security uplift
  • Less dependence on ad hoc contractor availability

Common questions

Is this an on-call service?

No. Retainers are business-hours advisory and implementation capacity. They are not 24x7 support, SOC, NOC or live incident response.

What cadence is available?

Indicative plans are 1 day per week, 2 days per week or 3 days per week, billed monthly in advance.

Can this include hands-on implementation?

Yes. The retainer is designed for senior guidance plus practical implementation support, within agreed capacity and scope.