AWS Cloud Security Specialist

Gazelle Global; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Gazelle Global is seeking an AWS Cloud Security Specialist for a position based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The role focuses on assessing and enhancing security across cloud services and platforms, supporting cloud governance, and securing cloud-native deployments.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on AWS experience, knowledge of cloud security posture management, and experience with AI systems such as Bedrock and SageMaker. Collaboration with engineering teams to mitigate risks is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information security or related field.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services.
• Experience securing AI systems (Bedrock, SageMaker).
• Experience with cloud security architecture.
• Strong analytical and risk assessment mindset.
• Experience with container, API, and CI/CD security.
• Python scripting in AWS Lambda.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead Cloud Security meetups with AWS workload teams.
• Provide Cloud Security design advice for new AWS workloads.
• Perform security architecture review of SaaS platforms and AWS services.
• Assist with Cloud Security compliance assessments.
• Provide operational cloud security advisory for workloads and AWS cloud teams.
• Assist with cloud threat modeling exercises to identify security risks and recommend mitigating controls.
• Partner with engineering and platform teams to address vulnerabilities and security gaps.
• Support Cloud Security Posture Management initiatives and review findings to improve cloud visibility and governance.

Skills

AWS Cloud Security

Cloud Security Posture Management

Threat Modeling

Scripting Python

Security Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Independent & Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security / Computer Science / Information Technology

Tools

AWS Lambda

Bedrock

SageMaker

Job description

As a preferred supplier to one of our biggest Financial Clients, I am seeking for an AWS Cloud Security Specialist for a position in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The Cloud Security Specialist will be responsible for assessing and enhancing the security of cloud services and platforms across the organization. The successful candidate will support cloud governance initiatives, help secure cloud-native deployments, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the organization's cloud security posture.

Responsibilities:

• Organize and lead Cloud Security meetups with AWS workload teams.
• Provide Cloud Security design advice for new AWS workloads.
• Perform security architecture review of solutions intents for SaaS platforms and AWS services.
• Assist with Cloud Security compliance assessments.
• Provide operational cloud security advisory for workloads and AWS cloud teams.
• Assist with cloud threat modeling exercises to identify security risks and recommend appropriate mitigating controls.
• Partner with engineering and platform teams to address identified vulnerabilities and security gaps.
• Support Cloud Security Posture Management initiatives and review findings to improve cloud visibility and governance.

Required knowledge and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Hands on experience with AWS services.
• Experience with securing AI systems such as Bedrock and SageMaker.
• Experience integrating AWS services with third party platforms.
• Experience with Cloud architecture and Cloud Security Posture Management.
• Strong analytical and risk assessment mindset.
• Experience with container, API, and CI/CD pipeline security.
• Scripting experience using python in AWS environment (AWS Lambda).
• Ability to challenge constructively while building strong relationships with engineering teams.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Contract: 12 months

Interview: 2 stages, 1 technical + 1 assessment