Application and Cloud Security Specialist

Redaptive; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Application and Cloud Security Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in enhancing the organization's cybersecurity posture by focusing on application and cloud security. You will partner with global teams to identify vulnerabilities, implement security measures, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating creativity and collaboration in problem-solving. If you have a strong background in application security and cloud technologies and are ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in application security or cloud security.
• Strong knowledge of application security principles and secure coding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability analyses for applications.
• Design and manage security controls for cloud environments.

Skills

Application Security Principles

Cloud Security Tools

Security Assessment Tools

Scripting Languages

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Relevant Certifications (CISSP, CEH)

Tools

AWS Security Hub

Azure Security Center

Google Cloud Security

Job description

Redaptive is looking for an Application and Cloud Security Specialist for our India team who will work closely with the global IT team and be a cybersecurity leader for the Redaptive India team.

The role will involve partnering with the Cyber Security Manager and other members of the technology team to build and maintain our organizational information security posture. We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can use great judgement to make decisions and display empathy and resilience. You will need to be creative and collaborative with problem solving and execute team wide initiatives. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the security of our application environments and cloud infrastructure. Your primary focus will be on identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security measures, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Although this position will be based in Pune, the ideal candidate will exhibit a strong willingness to work with a team dispersed across India and globally.

Job Responsibilities

1. Application Security:
   • Conduct security assessments and vulnerability analyses for applications, including web and mobile applications.
   • Implement and manage application security tools (e.g., static and dynamic analysis, SAST, DAST).
   • Collaborate with development teams to integrate security practices into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
   • Review and assess security design and architecture for new and existing applications.
   • Respond to and manage security incidents related to applications.
2. Cloud Security:
   • Design, implement, and manage security controls for cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
   • Perform regular security assessments and audits of cloud infrastructure to ensure compliance with best practices and regulatory requirements.
   • Develop and enforce cloud security policies and procedures.
   • Monitor and analyze cloud security logs and events for potential threats.
   • Collaborate with cloud service providers to address security issues and implement improvements.
3. Risk Management:
   • Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks associated with applications and cloud infrastructure.
   • Develop and maintain incident response plans for application and cloud security breaches.
   • Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability assessments on a regular basis.
4. Compliance and Documentation:
   • Ensure adherence to relevant regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) for application and cloud security.
   • Maintain comprehensive documentation of security policies, procedures, and incident responses.
   • Prepare and present security reports and metrics to management and stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• Strong knowledge of application security principles, including secure coding practices and threat modeling.
• Experience with cloud security tools and platforms (e.g., AWS Security Hub, Azure Security Center, Google Cloud Security).
• Proficiency in security assessment tools and methodologies (e.g., static/dynamic analysis, penetration testing).
• Familiarity with scripting and programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript) is a plus.
• Self-sufficient and able to complete assigned work with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication ability and experience translating technical information into understandable concepts for other business units.
• Positive attitude.
• Comfortable in a flexible and fast-moving environment.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Relevant experience may be substituted.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in application security, cloud security, or a related role.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GWAPT, CEH, or AWS Certified Security – Specialty are highly desirable.