Cloud Security Engineer – Multi-Cloud IAM & Threat Defender

Piper Companies; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work RTP

Benefits package

Job summary

Piper Companies seeks a Cloud Security Engineer to secure multi-cloud environments (AWS & Azure) and implement cloud-native security controls. This role partners with infrastructure and engineering teams to strengthen the organization’s security posture within enterprise cloud environments.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with cloud security tools, governance, threat detection, and familiarity with IAM, vulnerability management, and regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud security, or information security engineering.
• Hands-on experience securing both AWS and Azure environments.
• Experience with cloud security platforms and tools such as Prisma Cloud, Wiz, Lacework, CrowdStrike, Defender for Cloud, Security Hub, or similar technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls across AWS and Azure cloud environments.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure for security threats, vulnerabilities, and compliance gaps using cloud-native and third-party security tools.
• Partner with engineering and DevOps teams to integrate security best practices throughout the SDLC.
• Conduct cloud security assessments, risk analyses, and vulnerability management activities.
• Implement IAM controls, security policies, and governance frameworks.
• Support incident response efforts related to cloud-based security events and investigations.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, standards, and procedures for cloud platforms.
• Assist with regulatory compliance initiatives and cloud security audits.

Skills

Cloud security

AWS & Azure

IAM

Vulnerability management

Terraform/CloudFormation

SIEM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS

AWS Security Specialty

AZ-500

CISSP

CCSP

Security+

Tools

Prisma Cloud

Wiz

Lacework

CrowdStrike

Defender for Cloud

Security Hub

Job description

Piper Companies seeks a Cloud Security Engineer to secure multi-cloud environments (AWS & Azure) and implement cloud-native security controls. This role partners with infrastructure and engineering teams to strengthen the organization’s security posture within enterprise cloud environments.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with cloud security tools, governance, threat detection, and familiarity with IAM, vulnerability management, and regulatory frameworks.