Senior Cloud Security Engineer

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Medical/dental/vision

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to join a fully remote team. You will design, implement, and manage security controls across cloud platforms, ensuring data protection and compliance in a remote-first organization.

This role requires 5+ years in cloud security, hands-on experience with SIEM/IDS/IPS, and strong scripting skills. Certifications such as CISSP or CCSP are highly desirable. Competitive salary and remote work flexibility are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud security engineering or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of security principles for AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, WAF, and encryption technologies.
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash) for security automation tasks.
• Strong understanding of network security, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty) are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls and architectures across cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures for cloud operations.
• Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management.
• Monitor security alerts and incidents, responding rapidly to mitigate threats and minimize impact.
• Implement and manage security tools for IAM, data encryption, network security, and threat detection.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle (DevSecOps).
• Stay current with emerging cloud security threats and technologies, providing proactive defense strategies.

Skills

Cloud security

Security automation

Scripting (Python, Bash)

DevSecOps

Threat detection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

WAF

Encryption

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Security Engineer to join their elite, fully remote team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for safeguarding our client's cloud infrastructure and sensitive data against evolving threats. You will design, implement, and manage robust security solutions across multiple cloud platforms, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices. This position is ideal for a security-focused professional who thrives on protecting digital assets in complex cloud environments and is committed to maintaining the highest levels of security in a remote-first organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls and architectures across cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures for cloud operations.
• Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management.
• Monitor security alerts and incidents, responding rapidly to mitigate threats and minimize impact.
• Implement and manage security tools for identity and access management (IAM), data encryption, network security, and threat detection.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to integrate security best practices into the development lifecycle (DevSecOps).
• Stay current with emerging cloud security threats and technologies, providing proactive defense strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud security engineering or a similar security-focused role.
• In-depth knowledge of security principles for major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, WAF, and encryption technologies.
• Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Python, Bash) for security automation tasks.
• Strong understanding of network security, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Full remote work arrangement with a flexible schedule.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous budget for professional development, certifications, and conferences.
• Opportunity to work on challenging security problems in a cutting-edge technology landscape.