IT Security (Cloud) Analyst III

Socket.dev; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company stock

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Iridium seeks an IT Security (Cloud) Analyst to join our IT Security team, establishing security standards for Iridium’s cloud services and securing cloud-based solutions for a commercial satellite communications company.

You’ll collaborate across teams to embed security in CI/CD pipelines, IaC, and deployments, with a focus on AWS/Azure, CSPM/CNAP tooling, and automation. Hybrid work and on-call readiness are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in an IT Security / Cloud Analyst or similar role.
• Solid familiarity with cloud security services in AWS (IAM, VPC, GuardDuty, Security Hub) and Azure.
• Experience configuring CSPM/CNAP tools (Orca, Wiz, Prisma Cloud).
• Troubleshooting across cloud infrastructure, network, and apps.
• Strong communication and ability to present analyses and issues.
• Analytical mindset with strong ownership and proactive communication.

Responsibilities

• Analyze cloud security risk and coordinate remediation timelines with account owners, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Triage and remediate findings from CSPM tooling (AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty) by severity and business impact.
• Monitor and respond to cloud security events across multi-account AWS environments.
• Partner with Cloud Engineering to embed security in CI/CD, IaC, and deployment workflows.
• Use and maintain cloud security runbooks, SOPs, and hardened baselines.
• Configure and tune security tooling, IAM policies, SCPs, guardrails, and automated checks.
• Maintain scripts and automation for repeatable security tasks.

Skills

Cloud security

AWS

Azure

IAM

VPC

Security Hub

GuardDuty

CSPM

CI/CD security

Scripting / automation

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Ownership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Orca

Wiz

Prisma Cloud

AWS Security Hub

GuardDuty

CNAP tools

Job description

Company Overview

Iridium is an award-winning satellite communications company operating the world's only truly global voice and data network, delivering reliable connectivity anywhere on Earth. For more than 20 years, Iridium has powered mission-critical communications for governments, businesses, aviation, maritime, and the rapidly expanding Internet of Things.

Now part of Iridium, Aireon is the world’s only space-based air traffic surveillance system, providing real-time visibility of aircraft over oceans, the poles, and remote regions. Together, Iridium and Aireon are helping build a safer, more connected, and more efficient future for global aviation.

Join our team and help shape how the world stays connected. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture where employees are empowered to innovate, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact.

What We’re Looking For:

Iridium is seeking a IT Security (Cloud) Analyst to join our IT Security department. As a Security Analyst, you’ll be responsible for establishing and supporting security standards and solutions for Iridium’s cloud services. Working in this role, you’ll gain valuable experience in securing cloud based solutions for a commercial satellite telecommunication organization. You’ll thrive in this role if you want to work in the commercial space industry and want to take the next step in your security career.

What You’ll Do:

• Analyze cloud security risk and help coordinate remediation timelines with account owners, engineers, and stakeholders
• Help triage and remediate findings from CSPM tooling (AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty) based on severity and business impact
• Monitor and respond to cloud-native security events across multi-account AWS environments
• Partner with Cloud Engineering to ensure security is embedded in CI/CD pipelines, IaC, and deployment workflows
• Use and maintain cloud security runbooks, SOPs, and hardened baseline standards
• Configure and tune security tooling, IAM policies, SCPs, guardrails, and automated compliance checks
• Maintain and utilize scripts and automation for repeatable security operations tasks where appropriate

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field OR equivalent relevant experience in lieu of degree
• 5+ years of experience in an IT Security / Cloud Analyst or similar role
• Solid familiarity with cloud security services in AWS (IAM, VPC, GuardDuty, Security Hub)and Azure
• Prior configuration and administration of CSPM/CNAP tools (Orca, Wiz, Prisma Cloud)
• Troubleshooting skills across cloud infrastructure, network, and application layers
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to confidently present products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues
• Possess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions or come up with solutions
• Be comfortable managing upward, including being a proactive communicator and asking for help when needed
• Have confidence and be able to establish valuable relationships with others
• Must be able to prioritize key tasks and have a strong sense of ownership over your work
• Be active in seeking out ways to continuously improve yourself and gain new knowledge

Things ThatWould beGreatif You Brought to the Table:

• Cloud / Professional Certifications (AWS Certified Security Specialty, AWS Solutions Architect / SysOps)
• Experience with CNAPP
• Exposure to AI/LLM-based security tools or automation workflows

We’ll also need you to:

• Be on call
• Be able to work a hybrid schedule that includes at least 60% (3 days per week) of your time in office
• Be able to travel occasionally
• Be a US Citizen

Work Environment:

This position primarily works in the company office or in a home office. The position is largely sedentary with the majority of the position sitting in a chair and working with a computer. The role uses basic office equipment including a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse and printer. For meetings in-person, this position will need to be able stand, walk within the office and climb stairs on occasion.

We believe in-person connection drives innovation, strengthens mentorship, and builds culture, while flexibility enables employees to do their best work. Under Iridium’s Hybrid Work Policy, employees are expected to work at least four days per week (approximately 80%) in an Iridium office to support collaboration, relationship-building, and professional growth.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed.

Base Pay Range: $90,000 - $120,000 USD

Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors and this range represents an estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Base salary is only one part of our compensation package for this role.You may also be eligible for company stock and annual bonus. Employee benefits also include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401(k) retirement plan options; paid time off and paid holidays; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Employee benefits also include

• medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• paid time off and paid holidays
• paid parental leave
• other discounts and perks.