Lead Cloud Security Engineer - Boston/AWS/Python/Terraform

Daily Responsibilities

• Design and implement security controls across cloud infrastructure and services
• Identify and remediate security vulnerabilities within cloud environments
• Develop automation solutions that improve security operations and compliance efforts
• Monitor cloud resources for suspicious activity and security risks
• Support investigations involving cloud security incidents and operational issues
• Partner with engineering teams to ensure secure deployment of applications and services
• Conduct security assessments and configuration reviews of cloud platforms
• Improve security monitoring, visibility, and reporting capabilities
• Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and identify potential security implications
• Contribute to security standards, documentation, and best practices across the organization

About the Role

The Senior Cloud Security Engineer will play a critical role in securing the firm's cloud infrastructure and technology platforms. This includes designing and implementing security controls, developing automation solutions, and conducting security assessments.

Responsibilities

• Securing cloud environments across the full technology stack
• Working closely with infrastructure teams, developers, security operations, and business stakeholders
• Identifying security gaps and implementing controls
• Improving the organization's overall cloud security posture

Requirements

• Strong experience securing AWS and/or Azure cloud environments
• Knowledge of cloud networking and infrastructure security
• Experience with vulnerability management and remediation programs
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, logging, and monitoring platforms
• Understanding of IAM concepts and access controls
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform
• Knowledge of cloud-native security services and security best practices
• Experience scripting with PowerShell, Python, or Bash
• Understanding of incident response and security investigations
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• 8+ years of cloud security, cybersecurity, or infrastructure security experience
• Experience working in financial services or other regulated industries
• Knowledge of container security and Kubernetes environments
• Familiarity with DevSecOps methodologies
• Experience with CSPM and security automation tools
• AWS Security Specialty, CCSP, CISSP, or equivalent certifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field

Skills

• Strong experience securing AWS and/or Azure cloud environments
• Knowledge of cloud networking and infrastructure security
• Experience with vulnerability management and remediation programs
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, logging, and monitoring platforms
• Understanding of IAM concepts and access controls
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform
• Knowledge of cloud-native security services and security best practices
• Experience scripting with PowerShell, Python, or Bash
• Understanding of incident response and security investigations
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) (including match, if applicable)