AWS Cloud Security Specialist - Intermediate

Inbenta; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Toronto is seeking an Intermediate AWS IT Security Specialist to enhance security controls within AWS environments. The ideal candidate will work across teams, ensuring compliance and best practices in cloud security. Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 2–5 years of IT security experience, and proficiency in AWS services. This position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in IT Security, with at least 1–2 years in AWS security.
• Solid understanding of AWS core services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC).
• Familiarity with IAM best practices and encryption standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor AWS security posture using tools like GuardDuty and CloudTrail.
• Assist in implementing AWS security controls according to industry frameworks.
• Participate in architecture reviews for secure service deployment.

Skills

AWS core services

IT Security

Scripting/Automation (Python, Bash, Terraform)

Cloud Security Operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

AWS GuardDuty

AWS Security Hub

AWS Inspector

Datadog

Job description

A leading technology company in Toronto is seeking an Intermediate AWS IT Security Specialist to enhance security controls within AWS environments. The ideal candidate will work across teams, ensuring compliance and best practices in cloud security. Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 2–5 years of IT security experience, and proficiency in AWS services. This position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional growth.