Cloud Security Engineer - Boston, MA

Kelly Services; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule (2–3 days onsite)

Long-term incentives/equity where/app.

Annual bonus and benefits

Job summary

Motion Recruitment Partners in the Boston area is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to strengthen and scale our cloud security program across modern infrastructure environments. This hybrid role collaborates with engineering, infrastructure, and security teams to secure cloud-native apps and protect critical systems.

The ideal candidate has strong cloud security, IAM, and risk management experience, with hands-on work in AWS/Azure/GCP, IaC security, and security architecture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Information Security or related field
• Hands-on with AWS/Azure/GCP
• Strong IAM and cloud-native security controls understanding
• IaC security practices with Terraform/CloudFormation
• Kubernetes security best practices
• Vulnerability management and incident response experience
• Familiarity with SIEM/EDR/cloud monitoring tools
• Scripting in Python/PowerShell/Bash
• Knowledge of NIST/CIS/ISO SOC 2 frameworks
• Bachelor's degree in related field

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security controls across cloud infra and apps
• Conduct cloud security assessments and architecture reviews
• Automate compliance processes and governance
• Monitor environments for threats and vulnerabilities
• Improve IAM governance and access controls
• Collaborate with engineering to embed security in pipelines
• Develop security automation to boost operations
• Lead remediation efforts for findings
• Support incident response investigations
• Promote cloud security best practices across the org

Skills

Cloud security

IAM

Network security

Terraform/CloudFormation

Kubernetes security

Vulnerability management

Threat detection

Incident response

Scripting (Python/PowerShell/Bash)

Security frameworks (NIST/CIS/ISO/SOC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IT

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

$180000 - $220000

Job DescriptionA growing organization is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to help strengthen and scale its cloud security program across modern infrastructure environments. This hybrid position, based in the Boston area, offers the opportunity to work closely with engineering, infrastructure, and security teams to secure cloud-native applications, improve governance, and protect critical business systems.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud security, infrastructure security, and risk management. You will play a key role in designing and implementing security controls, conducting security assessments, automating compliance processes, and responding to emerging threats across cloud environments.

This is an excellent opportunity for a security professional who enjoys a blend of hands-on engineering, architecture, and strategic security initiatives within a collaborative and highly technical environment.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Information Security, Cloud Security, Security Engineering, or a related field
• Hands-on experience securing cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Strong understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM), network security, and cloud-native security controls
• Experience implementing infrastructure-as-code security practices using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools
• Knowledge of container and Kubernetes security best practices
• Experience with vulnerability management, threat detection, and incident response processes
• Familiarity with SIEM, EDR, and cloud security monitoring tools
• Experience with scripting or automation using Python, PowerShell, or Bash
• Strong understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, or SOC 2
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Desired Skills & Experience

• Cloud security certifications such as AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, CCSP, or CISSP
• Experience implementing Zero Trust security architectures
• Knowledge of cloud security posture management (CSPM) platforms
• Experience supporting regulated environments and compliance initiatives
• Familiarity with DevSecOps methodologies and secure SDLC practices
• Experience performing cloud threat modeling and security architecture reviews
• Knowledge of serverless and containerized application security

Daily Responsibilities

• 75% Hands On
• Design and implement security controls across cloud infrastructure and applications
• Conduct cloud security assessments, architecture reviews, and risk analysis activities
• Monitor cloud environments for security threats, vulnerabilities, and suspicious activity
• Improve IAM governance, privilege management, and access controls
• Partner with engineering teams to integrate security into development and deployment pipelines
• Build security automation solutions to improve operational efficiency
• Lead remediation efforts related to vulnerabilities and security findings
• Support incident response investigations and cloud security monitoring initiatives
• Contribute to security awareness and cloud security best practices across the organization

The Offer

• Base Salary: $180,000 - $220,000 per year
• Annual performance bonus
• Hybrid schedule (2-3 days onsite) in the Boston, MA area
• Long-term incentive or equity opportunities where applicable

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible work arrangements
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Professional development and certification reimbursement
• Employee wellness programs

Eligibility and Employment

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.