Senior Cloud Engineer (Security Implementation)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Engineer to join our team. This role focuses on implementing and maintaining robust security measures for our cloud infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on hands-on implementation and cloud security best practices. Key Responsibilities: Cloud Infrastructure Security Implement and maintain security measures for cloud-based systems, focusing on AWS technologies. Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and patching of EC2 instances using Ansible and other AWS-native tools. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform for IAM, Cloudflare, and other AWS components. Implement and manage Cloud security tools to enhance cloud security posture. Automation and Scripting Develop and maintain scripts and automation workflows to streamline security operations and incident response. Create and update Ansible playbooks for consistent security configurations across cloud resources. Compliance and Best Practices Ensure cloud infrastructure adheres to industry security standards and compliance requirements. Stay updated with the latest cloud security threats and implement proactive measures to mitigate risks. Collaboration and Documentation Work closely with DevOps and development teams to integrate security practices into the CI/CD pipeline. Maintain comprehensive documentation of security processes, configurations, and incident response procedures. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering , with a focus on AWS technologies. Strong hands-on experience with Terraform, Ansible, and AWS services (EC2, IAM, Cloudflare, K8 etc). Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Bash. In-depth knowledge of cloud security best practices and common vulnerabilities. Experience with Cloud security tools. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications: AWS Certified Security - Specialty or equivalent cloud security certifications. Experience with multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Familiarity with container security and Kubernetes. Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, or PCI DSS.