Senior Associate, Cloud Security Engineer

Koitecc Solutions; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Senior Associate Cloud Security Engineer in Chicago to ensure security, compliance, and resilience of cloud environments. You will implement security controls, develop PaC and IaC with Terraform, and leverage CSPM tools to enforce security across Azure and AWS.

Collaborate with security champions, contribute to roadmaps, and perform regular assessments and incident investigations as part of a strong security-centric DevOps culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in public cloud engineering or development roles.
• Minimum 5 years in IT as Engineer/Developer/Architect, preferably cybersecurity.
• Strong IaC skills with Terraform.
• Proficiency in Python or Python-based DevOps tooling.
• Experience with Git-based CI/CD (GitHub Actions).
• Deep understanding of cloud security principles and integration into dev workflows.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and native architectures.
• Knowledge of privileged access management and identity systems is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for cross-functional collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in CS/Information Management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and support security measures for cloud platforms (3rd Party, Open Source, native), focusing on Azure and AWS.
• Develop PaC and IaC using Terraform, aligning with CIS and NIST 800-53.
• Utilize CSPM tools like Wiz and Microsoft Defender for Cloud to monitor and enforce controls.
• Collaborate with security champions across business units to support security needs.
• Contribute to cloud security roadmap and ongoing assessments, audits, and reviews.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.

Skills

Public cloud

Cybersecurity

Python

Cloud security

AWS

Azure

GCP

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

GitHub Actions

Job description

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world's most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Title: Senior Associate, Cloud Security Engineer

Role description

The Senior Associate Cloud Security Engineer plays a crucial role in ensuring the security, compliance, and resilience of cloud environments, with a focus on supporting Policy as Code (PaC) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. This role involves implementing security controls, utilizing security tooling for Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), and collaborating with application developers' security champions.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and support security measures for cloud platforms (3rd Party, Open Source, native), with a specific emphasis on Azure and AWS
• Develop PaC and IaC through Terraform, maintaining security policies and procedures aligned with industry-standard frameworks such as CIS and NIST 800-53
• Utilize and Implement CSPM tools such as Wiz and Microsoft Defender for Cloud to continuously assess, monitor, and enforce security controls
• Work closely with security champions in various business units, providing guidance and support for their specific security needs
• Contribute to cloud security roadmap to further enhance cloud security practices
• Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and reviews of cloud configurations
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions

Skills

• Minimum of 3 years working in public cloud as an engineer or developer role
• Minimum of 5 years working as an Engineer, Developer, or Architect in Information Technology preferably Cybersecurity
• Strong Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) expertise using Terraform
• Proficiency in Python or familiarity with Python-based DevOps tooling and automation frameworks
• Expertise with Git-based version control CI/CD processes and technologies (e.g., GitHub Actions, GitHub Package Repository)
• Deep understanding of cloud security principles and the integration of security into development workflows
• Practiced knowledge of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud-native architectures
• Experience with privileged access management and identity systems (e.g., Azure Entra, Okta, Ping) is a plus
• Hands-on proficiency with integrated testing tools
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Desired certifications such as Azure Security Engineer Associate certification, and AWS-certified security - Specialty, CISSP and CCSP
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Management, or related field preferred

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Salary Range:

$114,500 - 194,700 USD

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.

Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust's history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail] , or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.