Security Engineer - Cloud Security Engineer

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• CSPM, CWPP, CI/CD Integration & Remediation
• Platform Expertise: Hands-on experience building and auditing services like AWS IAM, Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), Azure Key Vault, and Azure Security Center.
• Network & Infrastructure Security: Hardening virtual private clouds (VPCs), configuring Web Application Firewalls (WAFs), and implementing secure micro-segmentation.
• IaC Security: Integrating automated security "guardrails" directly into CI/CD pipelines to catch vulnerabilities before they reach production.
• Threat Detection & Incident Response: Monitoring cloud trails (e.g., AWS CloudWatch or Microsoft Sentinel).
• Scripting & Automation: Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell, and configuration languages like Terraform or ARM templates.
• Compliance Frameworks: Deep understanding of regulatory standards like CSA, NIST, CIS benchmarks and Zero Trust architectures.
• Industry Certifications: Preferred credentials include the Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), AWS Certified Security – Specialty, and Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate.
• Lead the implementation of new Cloud security technologies or integration of existing technologies including initial configuration, installation, change management, and operational handoff.
• Use sophisticated analytical thought through models, testing, and experience to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions.
• Responsible for technical support of Cloud security technologies providing expert problem analysis and resolution in a timely manner.
• Leadership, Strategy & Governance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, and work-related experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in security engineering or related cybersecurity roles.
• Advanced knowledge in cybersecurity principles, theories, and concepts.
• Proven experience in software development lifecycle security practices.
• Advanced knowledge of threat modeling, security testing, and penetration testing.
• Experience implementing and managing complex information security technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years Cloud Security experience.
• 6+ years securing AWS/Azure/GCP.
• Strong experience with Wiz platform.
• Strong automation and scripting background.
• Experience in Global 100 or Fortune 50 environments.
• Wiz Architect/Practitioner certifications.
• AWS/Azure/GCP security certifications.
• Banking or financial services experience.
• Other security certifications (e.g. CCNA Security, GSEC, GCED, GPPA, etc.).
• Other technical Certifications (e.g. CCNA, RHCE, MCSE, etc.).
• Certification in Information Security Management (e.g. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)), or related security certification(s).

Pay

The annual base salary for this position is $100,000-$126,000. Additional incentive pay is available for this position.

Schedule

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Work Shift

Work Shift: 1st shift (United States of America)