Remote Cloud Security Engineer - Infrastructure as Code Specialist

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 127,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Training and conferences access

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Cloud Security Engineer with a specialization in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to design, develop, and secure cloud environments from anywhere. You will automate security controls, ensure compliance, and build scalable security solutions across AWS, Azure, or GCP while collaborating with development and operations teams.

The role emphasizes security-focused automation, CI/CD integration, and ongoing threat monitoring in a fast-paced remote setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in CS/Cybersecurity or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in cloud security engineering or related role.
• Proven experience with IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible).
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their native security services.
• Scripting ability in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain secure cloud infrastructure using IaC tools.
• Develop and implement security automation for cloud environments (provisioning, configuration, monitoring).
• Ensure cloud infrastructure adheres to security best practices and compliance.
• Manage IAM, network security, data protection, and vulnerability management in the cloud.
• Conduct security reviews of IaC scripts and cloud configurations.
• Collaborate with DevOps to integrate security into CI/CD Pipelines.
• Monitor cloud environments for threats and respond to incidents.
• Maintain IaC templates for security patterns and controls.
• Stay updated with cloud security threats and IaC best practices.

Skills

Cloud security

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Automation

Python/Bash/PowerShell

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Ansible

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Cloud Security Engineer with a specialization in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to join their rapidly growing cybersecurity team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere while playing a crucial role in securing our client's cloud infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing secure cloud environments using IaC principles and tools. This involves automating security controls, ensuring compliance, and building resilient and scalable cloud security solutions. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP), IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible), and a passion for automation and security. You will work collaboratively with development and operations teams to embed security throughout the cloud lifecycle. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to shape the security posture of a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain secure cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
• Develop and implement security automation for cloud environments, including provisioning, configuration, and monitoring.
• Ensure cloud infrastructure adheres to security best practices, compliance requirements, and organizational policies.
• Implement and manage security controls for identity and access management (IAM), network security, data protection, and vulnerability management in the cloud.
• Conduct security reviews of IaC scripts and cloud configurations.
• Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Monitor cloud environments for security threats and incidents, and respond accordingly.
• Develop and maintain IaC templates for common security patterns and controls.
• Stay current with emerging cloud security threats, technologies, and IaC best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve security issues related to cloud infrastructure and IaC deployments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in cloud security engineering or a related role.
• Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their native security services.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Solid knowledge of network security concepts, including firewalls, VPCs/VNets, and security groups.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and their security implications is a plus.
• Understanding of CI/CD principles and DevSecOps practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote working arrangement with great flexibility.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud and security technologies.
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to building secure, scalable cloud solutions.
• Collaborative and innovative remote work culture.
• Access to online training resources and industry conferences.