Cloud Security Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Cloud Security Engineer to bolster their remote security team. This role is critical for designing, implementing, and managing security controls and solutions within their cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP). You will be instrumental in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and applications hosted in the cloud. The ideal candidate is passionate about cloud security, possesses strong technical acumen, and thrives in a collaborative, remote-first environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies and shape the security posture of a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security services and controls in multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Implement and manage identity and access management (IAM) solutions for cloud resources.
• Monitor cloud environments for security threats and vulnerabilities, responding to incidents as needed.
• Automate security tasks and deployments using infrastructure-as-code and scripting tools.
• Conduct security reviews of cloud architectures and applications to identify and mitigate risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in cloud security engineering or a related cloud security role.
• Hands-on experience with security best practices in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Proficiency in IAM, network security (VPCs, security groups, firewalls), and data encryption.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Understanding of container security and orchestration platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous budget for professional development, certifications, and training.
• Opportunity to work on innovative cloud security projects with a talented team.