Staff Cloud Security Engineer (Global Security)

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and flexible benefits

Stock options where applicable

World-class training program

Job summary

RBC is seeking a Staff Cloud Security Engineer to drive core cloud security solutions across RBC's cloud environments. You will design and build security services using automation, TDD, and Infrastructure as Code, while implementing SRE practices to enhance reliability.

You will also support cloud security applications and configurations, collaborate across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS deployments, and develop security coverage reports to close gaps in the strategy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing security architectures.
• Proficient in Python/Java/Go or other modern languages.
• Hands-on experience with Azure or AWS.
• 3+ years building and optimizing CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficient with infrastructure as code tools (ARM, CFN, Terraform).
• Experience with containers and orchestration platforms.
• Familiar with modern Software Engineering, DevOps, and SRE practices.
• Strong Terraform skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish core cloud security solutions across RBC's cloud environments.
• Design and build cloud security services using automation, TDD, and IaC.
• Implement SRE practices to improve operational reliability.
• Support cloud security apps, configurations, and integrations; be SME for IaaS/PaaS/SaaS.
• Assess cloud patterns for security controls and best practices.
• Develop security coverage reports to identify gaps and improve strategy.
• Lead and participate in delivering end-to-end integrated solutions.
• Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours support.

Skills

Security architecture

Programming languages

Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS)

CI/CD pipelines

Infrastructure as Code

Containers

DevOps & SRE practices

Terraform

Tools

Terraform

ARM

CFN

Job description

What is the opportunity?

The Cloud Security team is undertaking multiple initiatives as part of RBC's expansion, to improve Public Cloud Security across all tenants. In this role as a Staff Cloud Security Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing innovative solutions to enhance RBC's Cloud Security posture. You will also contribute to the developer experience and foster a culture that encourages best security practices.

What will you do?

• Establish core cloud security solutions across RBC's cloud environments.
• Design and build cloud security services using automation, TDD principles, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Implement SRE practices to enhance operational processes and reliability.
• Support all cloud security applications, configurations, and integrations, and be the cloud security subject matter expert in any IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS implementations.
• Assess all cloud patterns to ensure adherence to best security practices and controls.
• Develop security coverage reports to identify gaps and enhance the cloud security strategy.
• Lead and participate in delivering end-to-end integrated solutions.
• Participate in on-call rotations to provide after-hours support for critical systems.

What do you need to succeed?

Must haves:

• 5+ years of experience developing and implementing security architectures and/or engineering, with demonstrated breadth across cloud, and/or security domains.
• 5+ years of experience in Python, Java, Go, or any other modern programming language.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience with Azure or AWS.
• 3+ years of experience in building and optimizing CI/CD pipelines.
• In-depth knowledge of infrastructure as code tools like ARM, CFN, and Terraform.
• Experience working with container tools and platforms.
• Familiarity with modern Software Engineering, DevOps, and SRE practices
• Skilled with Terraform

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with observability tools like Splunk, Dynatrace, Datadog, etc
• Experience with CSPM, DSPM, or ASPM tools.
• Knowledge of technical security control environments and compliance frameworks including CSA CCM, ISO 27001, ISO 27017, and NIST CSF
• Stay updated with latest security trends & AI technologies.

What's in it for you?

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services
• Opportunities to do challenging work

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Job Skills: Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Migrations, Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Collaboration, DevOps, Enterprise Cloud, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Infrastructure As Code (IaC), Microsoft Azure, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Organizational Change Management, Performance Measurement, Platform Engineering, Process Management, Public Clouds, Python (Programming Language), Requirements Analysis, Systems Software

Additional Job Details

• Address: 16 YORK ST:TORONTO
• City: Toronto
• Country: Canada
• Work hours/week: 37.5
• Employment Type: Full time
• Platform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS
• Job Type: Regular
• Pay Type: Salaried
• Posted Date: 2026-06-25
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-07
• Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above