Lead Cloud Security Engineer

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About the Role

As a Lead Cloud Security Engineer within our telecommunications company, you will ensure the security of our cloud infrastructure, particularly within public cloud environments. Your expertise will be critical in designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced security measures to safeguard our cloud-based systems and data against sophisticated cyber threats and vulnerabilities. You will lead efforts to assess risks, develop security solutions, enforce compliance, and mentor cloud security engineers.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust security architectures for cloud environments, incorporating cloud security posture management, vulnerability management, network detection and response, and other security capabilities aligned with best practices, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Deploy and configure security tools and technologies, including cloud security posture management, vulnerability management, network detection and response, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), encryption mechanisms, access controls, and identity management solutions.
• Develop and maintain monitoring systems for detecting and responding to security incidents and breaches in cloud environments. Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify and mitigate risks.
• Implement automation scripts and tools to streamline security processes, enhance incident response capabilities, and enforce security policies across cloud deployments.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS) and industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST). Establish and maintain documentation for security policies, procedures, and controls.
• Provide leadership in guiding and training internal teams on cloud security best practices, threat mitigation strategies, and compliance obligations. Foster a culture of security awareness and accountability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT operations, development, and compliance, to integrate security measures into cloud-native and hybrid cloud environments. Communicate effectively with stakeholders to convey security risks, recommendations, and status updates.
• Understand cloud usage patterns and trends, cloud pricing models, and cost management tools.
• Mentor cloud security engineers, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities. Lead security-related projects and initiatives, ensuring timely and effective completion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 8+ years of experience in Information Technology, with 5-7 years in cloud security engineering roles, focusing on public cloud environments.
• Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies, including cloud security posture management, vulnerability management, network detection and response, SIEM, DLP, WAF, CASB, and endpoint security solutions.
• Proficiency in designing, implementing, and managing security controls within cloud platforms, such as IAM, VPC, Zero Trust principles, IaC, IAAS, Security Groups, Key Management Services, SDLC, CI/CD pipelines, and Network Security.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and architecture, with the ability to troubleshoot complex security issues.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and automation frameworks for security orchestration and configuration management.
• Industry certifications in cloud security (e.g., CCSK, CCSP, GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer, AWS Certified Security – Specialty) are highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

At Optimum, every action and interaction is driven by our Guiding Principles: Do What’s Right, Drive One Optimum, and Make It Happen. These principles help us build trust, create community, and embrace new ways of thinking. Employees are empowered to do the right thing, recognize and reward positive behaviors, and know they have the power to enact real change and share new ideas. Learning never stops at Optimum.

Pay

The starting pay rate/range for this position in New York is $133,661.00 - $219,586.00 per year. Pay is competitive and based on job-related factors, including skills and experience. For other locations, please inquire with your recruiter.