Cloud Security Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Ashford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to enhance their security team. This pivotal role focuses on securing cloud infrastructure and implementing best practices to mitigate risks. You will collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams, ensuring a unified approach to security. The position offers the opportunity to stay ahead of emerging threats and shape security processes. If you are passionate about cloud security and want to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Introduction fee for referrals

Flexible working hours

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with AWS and cloud-native security principles.
• Experience with Terraform as Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Strong communication skills to operate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure security and integrity of cloud architecture by promoting best practices.
• Identify and respond to security risks, providing actionable solutions.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure a cohesive security approach.

Skills

AWS

Terraform

Cloud Security Principles

Networking Architecture

Stakeholder Management

Troubleshooting

Job description

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VIQU has partnered with a leading automotive organization seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to join their growing security team. This role has been created to bridge the gap between the cloud team and security, playing a crucial part in ensuring the organization’s cloud environment remains secure and resilient.

As a Cloud Security Engineer, you will focus on securing cloud infrastructure, implementing best practices, and shaping security processes to address current and emerging threats. You will work closely with both technical and non-technical teams, acting as a key liaison between cloud and security disciplines.

Key Responsibilities of the Cloud Security Engineer:

• Ensure the security and integrity of cloud architecture by following and promoting security best practices.
• Identify and respond to security risks and incidents, providing practical and actionable solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams across cloud, infrastructure, and security to ensure a cohesive approach.
• Stay ahead of emerging threats and adjust security measures accordingly.
• Communicate security risks, strategies, and resolutions to both technical teams and business stakeholders.

Key Requirements of the Cloud Security Engineer:

• Hands-on experience with AWS and a strong understanding of cloud-native security principles.
• Experience working with Terraform as Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Previous experience in cloud engineering/platform roles and Cloud Security Engineering.
• Understanding of networking architecture within cloud environments.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as ISO 27001, CIS, or NIST.
• Knowledge of system, technology, and product life cycles and how security integrates within them.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills to operate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues independently and propose sound technical solutions.

To discuss this opportunity further, please APPLY NOW for a no-obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. You can also contact Katie Dark at [e-mail].

If you know someone suitable for this role, VIQU offers an introduction fee of up to £1,000 once your referral starts work with our client (terms apply).

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