Cloud & Application Security Engineer

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. is seeking a Cloud & Application Security Engineer to design and operate security controls across our cloud infrastructure and delivery pipelines.

The role partners with DevOps, engineering, and security teams to build secure-by-default platforms while reducing organizational risk. You will secure cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP), perform app security testing, and harden CI/CD pipelines with Terraform; hands-on with CSPM/CNAPP tools and AI-assisted

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 4-6 years of related security experience.
• Experience securing enterprise cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP) including Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture, IAM, networking, and IaC controls.
• Experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines with Terraform and modern DevOps.
• Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, Bash, Go, or similar languages; or ability to use AI-assisted tools for automation.
• Hands-on with Wiz or a comparable CSPM/CNAPP platform.
• Experience with application security: secure SDLC, threat modeling, SAST/DAST/ SCA, secret scanning, remediation.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and mature secure cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP, focusing on GCP.
• Develop, audit, and harden cloud infrastructure including IAM, networking, and Terraform-based IaC.
• Provide security architecture reviews for cloud apps, APIs, infra, DevOps, and AI-assisted development.
• Perform application security assessments and hands-on testing of web apps, APIs, and cloud services.
• Identify, prioritize, and remediate cloud and app vulnerabilities, including critical and zero‑day threats.
• Lead evaluations and pilots of cloud and app security technologies.
• Secure AI platforms and AI-assisted development with proper security controls.
• Collaborate with Security Operations to enhance detection, monitoring, and incident response.
• Ensure on-site guests/partners experience aligns with appearance/presentation guidelines.

Skills

Cloud security

Security architecture

Threat modeling

Python

CI/CD security

AI security

Web security

OAuth/OIDC/JWT

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Terraform

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world-renowned venues – New York’s Madison Square Garden, Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually. In addition, the Company features the original production, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, which has been a holiday tradition for more than 90 years. More information is available at www.msgentertainment.com.

Who are we hiring?

The Cloud & Application Security Engineer will design, implement, validate, and operate security controls across our cloud infrastructure, applications, and software delivery pipelines. This role will partner with DevOps, various Engineering, and Security teams to build secure-by-default platforms that enable developers while reducing organizational risk. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong experience in cloud security architecture, application security testing, CI/CD pipeline hardening, and infrastructure‑as‑code security.

What will you do?

• Design, implement, and mature secure cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP, with a primary focus on GCP.
• Develop, audit, and harden cloud infrastructure, including IAM, networking, organization policies, logging, and Terraform‑based Infrastructure‑as‑Code.
• Provide security architecture reviews and guidance for cloud applications, APIs, infrastructure, DevOps, and AI‑assisted development.
• Perform application security assessments, secure code reviews, and hands‑on testing of web applications, APIs, and cloud services using automated and manual techniques to identify vulnerabilities and drive remediation.
• Identify, prioritize, and remediate cloud and application vulnerabilities, including critical and zero‑day threats.
• Lead evaluations, proof‑of‑concepts, and implementation of cloud and application security technologies.
• Secure AI platforms and AI‑assisted development by implementing appropriate security controls and reviewing AI‑assisted applications for security risks.
• Partner with Security Operations to improve cloud detection, monitoring, incident response, and security visibility.
• Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on‑site.

What do you need to succeed?

• 4-6 years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience securing enterprise cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP, including Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture, IAM, networking, cloud security controls, and Infrastructure‑as‑Code.
• Experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines using Terraform and modern DevOps platforms.
• Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, Bash, Go, or a similar language, or demonstrated ability to leverage AI‑assisted engineering tools to develop automation and security solutions.
• Hands‑on experience with Wiz or a comparable CSPM/CNAPP platform.
• Experience with application security, including secure SDLC, threat modeling, secure code reviews, SAST, DAST, SCA, secret scanning, vulnerability management, remediation, and web application security testing.
• Strong understanding of web application security, REST APIs, authentication (OAuth/OIDC/JWT), and OWASP Top 10.
• Familiarity with AI security concepts and securing enterprise AI platforms or AI‑assisted applications.
• Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer, AZ‑500, CSSLP, or GWAPT) are a plus.

Pay Range (Burbank): $130,000-$155,000

Pay Range (Las Vegas): $120,000-$140,000

Pay Range

$120,000—$140,000 USD

At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.

We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. MSG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination, including considering requests for reasonable accommodations as required.