Lead AWS IAM Security Engineer

EPAM Systems, Inc.; New York (NY); Remote; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with公司_

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. is seeking a specialized Cloud Security Engineer to secure a multi-region AWS architecture, focusing on IAM, PKI, and CSPM.

You will architect, implement, and automate security controls across AWS to meet PCI-fintech requirements while enabling scalable DevSecOps. Responsibilities include implementing IAM policies and posture tooling, certificate lifecycle workflows, and secret management across regions.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience implementing AWS IAM policies, roles, and SCPs.
• Proficient in security-as-code using AWS CDK and TypeScript.
• Experience with PCI-scoped fintech audits and CSPM frameworks.
• PKI, TLS, and certificate lifecycle management expertise.
• Knowledge of cloud security governance and monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and enforce secure AWS IAM policies, roles, and boundaries.
• Implement and manage posture tools like GuardDuty, Security Hub, and IAM Access Analyzer.
• Build automated certificate workflows with AWS Private CA and ACM.
• Manage secrets with Secrets Manager and KMS across multi-region workloads.
• Support PCI compliance and security approvals with CSPM controls.

Skills

AWS IAM & SCPs

AWS CDK

TypeScript

PKI & TLS

CSPM & monitoring

PCI compliance

Tools

AWS Private CA

ACM

mTLS

GuardDuty

Security Hub

KMS

Secrets Manager

Cosign / SLSA

Job description

We are looking for a specialized Cloud Security Engineer to secure our next-generation multi-region architecture. In this role, you will architect, implement, and automate robust security controls across AWS — spanning enterprise IAM, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), secrets management, and cloud security posture management (CSPM) — while ensuring strict compliance for PCI-scoped fintech workloads.Req.#1080529720ResponsibilitiesIdentity & Access Management: Design and enforce secure AWS IAM policies, roles, permission boundaries, Service Control Policies (SCPs), and EKS Pod Identity / IRSA configurationsCloud Detection & Posture Management: Implement and manage security monitoring and posture tools including Amazon GuardDuty, AWS Security Hub, AWS CloudTrail, Macie, and IAM Access AnalyzerPKI & Certificate Management: Build and manage automated certificate lifecycle workflows using AWS Private CA (FIPS 140-2 Level 3 HSM-backed), ACM, and mTLS trust stores, coordinating closely with the client's Security approvalsSecrets & Encryption: Secure sensitive data using AWS KMS (including Multi-Region Keys), Secrets Manager, and the External Secrets OperatorRequirementsBaseline (Mandatory): Strong hands-on experience with AWS CDK and TypeScript for security-as-code automationAWS PKI & TLS: Deep expertise in AWS Private CA (HSM-backed), ACM, mTLS trust stores, automated certificate issuance/rotation/revocation, and PayPal Security compliance workflowsProficiency with Amazon GuardDuty, Security Hub (AWS FSBP, CIS, NIST benchmarks), Macie, and IAM Access AnalyzerExperience supporting strict PCI-scoped fintech audits and CSPM frameworksIdentity & Secrets Management: Advanced IAM expertise (roles, trust policies, permission boundaries, SCPs, IRSA/EKS Pod Identity), Secrets Manager, External Secrets Operator, and KMS/MRK envelope encryptionSupply Chain & Application Security: SAST tools (SonarQube, CodeQL), Dependabot, and software supply chain security (image signing and provenance via Cosign/SLSA) integrated with CDK & TypeScriptNice to haveExperience with Wiz (CSPM/CNAPP)Advanced deployments of AWS Private CA (PCA) and complex KMS key hierarchiesWe offerMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)Health Savings AccountFlexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)Employee Assistance ProgramUnlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutionsMatched 401(k) Retirement Savings PlanPaid Time Off – the employee will be eligible to accrue 15-25 paid days, depending on specific level and tenure with EPAM (accrual eligibility may change over time)Paid Holidays - nine (9) total per yearLegal Plan and Identity Theft ProtectionAccident InsuranceEmployee DiscountsPet InsuranceEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramIf otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus programIf otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) ProgramFor remote work in New York City only.EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAMThis posting includes a good faith range of the salary EPAM would reasonably expect to pay the selected candidate. The range provided reflects base salary only. Individual compensation offers within the range are based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to: geographic location, experience, credentials, education, training; the demand for the role; and overall business and labor market considerations. Most candidates are hired at a salary within the range disclosed. Salary range: $150,000 - $160,000. In addition, the details highlighted in this job posting above are a general description of all other expected benefits and compensation for the position.Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.