Cloud Security Engineer

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Cloud Security Engineer in United States.

This role sits at the intersection of cloud architecture, security operations, and client-facing consulting within a fast-paced, remote-first environment. You will be responsible for securing complex multi-cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform, with a strong emphasis on designing secure-by-default architectures and operationalizing security at scale. The position blends hands-on engineering with strategic advisory work, requiring close collaboration with customers and internal teams to ensure resilient, compliant, and well-monitored cloud systems. You will actively manage security operations, respond to alerts, and strengthen detection capabilities within SIEM platforms. This is a highly impactful role where your expertise directly influences security posture, customer trust, and regulatory compliance. You will also act as a trusted advisor, translating complex technical risks into clear guidance for diverse stakeholders while continuously improving cloud security practices.

Accountabilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP, ensuring systems are resilient, compliant, and aligned with security best practices.
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts within SIEM platforms, performing Level-2 SOC responsibilities and improving detection and response capabilities.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including network diagrams, data flow diagrams, and architecture artifacts to support internal and customer-facing requirements.
• Provide expert guidance on SaaS security, including identity and access management, API security, encryption, firewall configuration, and secure baseline standards.
• Lead compliance and governance efforts by ensuring alignment with frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, CMMC, and CSA STAR.
• Support incident response activities, including analysis, remediation planning, and documentation of security incidents and response procedures.
• Engage directly with customers as a security advisor, delivering presentations, answering technical security questions, and supporting audits and risk assessments.
• Continuously enhance security monitoring, automation, and scripting (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) to improve operational efficiency and visibility.
  
  

Requirements

• 7-10 years of experience in cloud security engineering with strong hands-on exposure to multi-cloud environments (Azure, GCP, AWS).

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• Deep experience managing cloud security operations, including SIEM platforms, alert triage, detection engineering, and incident response workflows.
• Strong knowledge of identity and access management (IAM), network security, firewall/WAF configurations, and SaaS security principles.
• Proven ability to design and secure cloud infrastructures, with practical experience in Entra ID, Azure security services, or GCP equivalents.
• Solid understanding of compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and related governance standards.
• Experience writing scripts in PowerShell, Python, or Bash for automation, alerting, or security operations improvements.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with experience translating technical security concepts for customers and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, client-facing environment, including participation in on-call rotations (nights and weekends as needed).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field; CISSP certification required.
• Bonus: experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates), container security (Docker, Kubernetes), or DevSecOps practices.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary with performance-based compensation structure
• Equity opportunities depending on role and eligibility
• Fully remote work environment within the United States
• Flexible work schedules and generous paid time off (PTO)

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• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and disability insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Fully paid parental leave
• Mental health and wellness support resources
• Paid company holidays and flexible work culture initiatives
• Additional perks including “Quiet Fridays” and casual work environment.
  
  

How Jobgether Works

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

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Why Apply Through Jobgether?

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