AWS Security Engineer

LA International; London; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an AWS Security Engineer to design and implement security solutions within AWS. The role involves developing Infrastructure as Code, configuring security measures, and conducting regular assessments. Candidates with high-level security clearance are encouraged to apply. Initially a 2-month contract, remote work is available with occasional onsite presence in London.

Qualifications

• Experience with AWS technologies, focusing on security.
• Knowledge in configuring IAM policies and encryption protocols.
• Candidates holding high-level security clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain IaC using AWS CloudFormation or Terraform.
• Monitor security alerts and respond to threats in real-time.
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security services.

Skills

AWS Security

Infrastructure as Code

Security Audits

Incident Response

Tools

AWS WAF

AWS Shield Advanced

AWS Secrets Manager

Terraform

Job description

AWS Security Engineer

Our client is looking for an AWS Security Engineer with in-depth experience across AWS technologies, focusing on security to design, implement, and maintain scalable security solutions.

Technology includes: AWS services such as AWS WAF, AWS Shield Advanced, AWS Secrets Manager, Amazon Inspector, Amazon Macie, Amazon GuardDuty, Amazon Detective, AWS CloudTrail, and AWS Security Hub.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CloudFormation or Terraform for automated deployment and configuration management.
2. Configure and optimize security measures, including IAM policies, network security groups, and encryption protocols.
3. Monitor security alerts and incidents using AWS security tools and respond to threats in real-time.
4. Perform regular security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
5. Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security services and maintain secure production environments.

The role is initially for 2 months, remote with 1-2 days per month on-site in London.

To be considered, please send your CV.

Candidates holding or who have held high-level security clearance are especially encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will require security clearance prior to appointment, which can take up to 10 weeks.

LA International is a UK-based ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.