Lead Cloud Security Engineer

Lincoln Financial; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Parental leave

401(k) contribution

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Lincoln Financial Group is seeking an experienced Cloud Security professional to design, build, and automate information security and compliance in the Cloud. You will lead complex security initiatives, assess cloud architectures, and drive improvements across enterprise cloud environments.

The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders, incident response support, and development of a security roadmap while aligning with industry frameworks and Lincoln's security standards.

Qualifications

• 4 Year/Bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
• 5 - 7+ Years of experience in IT working with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).
• 5 - 7+ Years of experience automating Compliance and Security in the Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and evaluates proposed cloud architectures and solutions against Enterprise Security Standards, providing guidance and approval to ensure security and compliance requirements are met.
• Conducts security assessments of new and existing cloud services or products to evaluate risk, identify gaps, and inform adoption or remediation decisions.
• Tracks and maintains alignment with industry compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS Foundations) to ensure cloud environments meet applicable regulatory and security requirements.
• Researches, develops, and implements complex Enterprise Security Standards with inputs from service assessments, compliance frameworks, and industry best practices.
• Proactively identifies and drives improvements in our environment that create measurable value for the team, department, and downstream stakeholders.
• Provides subject matter expertise to advise or mentor team members and applicable internal/external stakeholders on complex assignments and projects.
• Provides input into the development of the cloud security roadmap and delivers project-specific security requirements and solutions.
• Designs and develops complex cloud security architectures and performs complex proof-of-concepts for cloud security products.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of complex security solutions and architectures.
• Supports incident response efforts by providing architectural context, root-cause analysis, and remediation guidance for cloud security incidents.
• Communicates complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and leadership.
• Defines and reports on key security metrics and compliance posture to inform leadership decision-making.
• Maintains knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends, assesses the impact, and collaborates with senior management to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future solutions.
• Directs and enhances organizational initiatives by positively influencing and supporting change management and/or departmental/enterprise initiatives.

Skills

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Security architecture

Cloud security automation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Alternate Locations

Work from Home; Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania) Work Arrangement:Remote : Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location.Relocation assistance: is not available for this opportunity.Requisition #: 76530

The Role at a Glance

This position will provide subject matter expertise and direction on complex projects/initiatives to design, build, and automate information security and compliance in the Cloud. You will deliver complex solutions to help protect Lincoln Financial's information technology assets in the Cloud. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring the security of enterprise Cloud environments, as well as application security.

What you'll be doing

• Reviews and evaluates proposed cloud architectures and solutions against Enterprise Security Standards, providing guidance and approval to ensure security and compliance requirements are met.
• Conducts security assessments of new and existing cloud services or products to evaluate risk, identify gaps, and inform adoption or remediation decisions.
• Tracks and maintains alignment with industry compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS Foundations) to ensure cloud environments meet applicable regulatory and security requirements.
• Researches, develops, and implements complex Enterprise Security Standards with inputs from service assessments, compliance frameworks, and industry best practices.
• Proactively identifies and drives improvements in our environment that create measurable value for the team, department, and downstream stakeholders.
• Provides subject matter expertise to advise or mentor team members and applicable internal/external stakeholders on complex assignments and projects.
• Provides input into the development of the cloud security roadmap and delivers project-specific security requirements and solutions.
• Designs and develops complex cloud security architectures and performs complex proof-of-concepts for cloud security products.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of complex security solutions and architectures.
• Supports incident response efforts by providing architectural context, root-cause analysis, and remediation guidance for cloud security incidents.
• Communicates complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and leadership.
• Defines and reports on key security metrics and compliance posture to inform leadership decision-making.
• Maintains knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends, assesses the impact, and collaborates with senior management to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future solutions.
• Directs and enhances organizational initiatives by positively influencing and supporting change management and/or departmental/enterprise initiatives.

What we're looking for

Must Haves:

• 4 Year/Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
• 5 - 7+ Years of experience in IT working with cloud platforms, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Azure, that directly aligns with the responsibilities for this position.
• 5 - 7+ Years of experience automating Compliance and Security in the Cloud.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted through October 31, 2026, and the posting may be taken down early due to applicant volume.

What's it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What's in it for you:

• Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
• PTO/parental leave
• Competitive 401K and employee benefits
• Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program
• Tuition assistance program
• Work arrangements that work for you
• Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $135,375 - $216,600 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln's total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln's standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln's Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln's current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Lincoln Financial are considered property of Lincoln Financial and are not subject to payment of agency fees.Lincoln Financial ("Lincoln" or "the Company") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. Opportunities throughout Lincoln are available to employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling .This Employer Participates in E-Verify. See the E-Verify notices.Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify. Ver el E-Verify avisos.