Security Specialist, Cloud

About the role

This role involves leading cloud security initiatives within a managed services environment, focusing on AWS and Azure platforms.

Responsibilities

• Managing cloud security posture
• Governing assets and firewall operations
• Overseeing risk assessments, compliance, and exception processes
• Supporting secure adoption of cloud and AI services
• Coordinating cybersecurity, engineering, infrastructure, and risk teams to ensure effective security governance and risk mitigation
• Overseeing delivery of cybersecurity managed services, including incident management, change and release processes, and offshore/onshore coordination, ensuring high-quality service and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of cybersecurity experience with cloud security, governance, and risk management in complex enterprise environments
• Relevant bachelor’s degree
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship

Technical Skills

• AWS
• Azure
• IAM
• CSPM/CNAPP platforms
• Firewall governance
• Related tools

Key Skills

• Cloud security
• Risk assessment
• Compliance
• Incident management
• Operational governance
• Strong stakeholder influence
• Cross-functional coordination
• Ability to deliver measurable outcomes
• Focus on security frameworks and best practices