Cloud Security Engineer

Vanguard; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Manchester is seeking a cloud cybersecurity specialist to design and evolve cybersecurity platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in AWS and Infrastructure as Code with tools like CloudFormation and Terraform. Responsibilities include implementing advanced authentication and partnering with product owners for strategic solutions. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong cloud expertise, preferably AWS, with IaC using CloudFormation, CDK, and Terraform.
• Solid REST API knowledge and cloud security fundamentals (IAM, networking, encryption).
• Excellent communicator, able to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and evolve cloud-native cybersecurity platforms across every layer of the stack.
• Implement advanced authentication with MFA and develop defenses against account takeover.
• Partner with Product owner to deliver strategic, technically sound solutions.

Skills

Strong cloud expertise, preferably AWS

Solid REST API knowledge

Excellent communicator

Knowledge of agile methodologies

Continuous learner with a growth mindset

Tools

CloudFormation

CDK

Terraform

Auth0

Ping

Job description

Vanguard is one of the world's leading investment firms, dedicated to helping clients achieve lasting financial success. Established in 1975, its unique ownership structure-where funds own the company and investors own the funds-ensures all efforts are focused on client outcomes. Known for integrity, innovation, and low-cost investing, fosters an inclusive and collaborative culture that empowers employees to make a meaningful impact globally.

What you'll do:

• Design and evolve cloud-native cybersecurity platforms across every layer of the stack, from the database through to the CDN
• Implement advanced authentication with MFA, passkeys, and zero-trust principles and develop defenses against account takeover and fraud
• Integrate with leading identity providers (Auth0, Transmit, Ping)
• Optimize cloud systems for performance, resilience, and efficiency
• Partner with Product owner to deliver strategic, technically sound solutions
• Drive technical excellence through standards, tooling, and ownership of deployments and operations from development through production

What you bring:

• Strong cloud expertise, preferably AWS, with IaC using CloudFormation, CDK, and Terraform
• Solid REST API knowledge and cloud security fundamentals (IAM, networking, encryption)
• Excellent communicator, able to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Knowledge of agile methodologies, with Scrum experience preferred
• Continuous learner with a growth mindset

What's Next:

If you are ready to take the next step, apply now. Successful applicants will be contacted directly by a recruiter to discuss the role more.

We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require support or adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to help. Please feel free to contact us at [e-mail] to discuss how we can support you.

This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organizations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.