Senior Cloud Security Engineer - Hybrid On-Campus Requirement

Unum; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to enhance its cloud security posture. This role is pivotal in securing AWS environments and requires a blend of technical expertise and strategic insight. You will be responsible for managing cloud security services, designing threat analytics, and integrating security technologies into operational procedures. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and problem-solving, where your contributions will directly impact the security of cloud infrastructures. This is an opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site collaboration with remote flexibility.

Benefits

Onsite fitness

Paid time off

Professional development

401(k) plan with employer matching

Healthcare benefits

Performance incentives

Qualifications

• Experience with cloud systems engineering in AWS and/or Azure.
• Familiarity with security frameworks like CIS, NIST, MITRE.

Responsibilities

• Support administration of cloud security services for AWS.
• Design and implement security tools and policies.

Skills

Cloud Security

Problem Solving

Scripting (Python, PowerShell)

AWS Security Services

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

5+ years of relevant experience

Tools

AWS

Azure

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Our Fortune 500 company is driving a digital transformation and looking for forward-thinking innovators to disrupt how our industry thinks about and uses technology. As one of the world's leading employee benefits providers, we help millions of people gain affordable access to benefits that help them protect their families, their finances and their futures.

Are you an asker of questions, a solver of problems, and a challenger of the status quo? Our mission is to provide a differentiated customer experience and exceed the expectations people have of technology at any company — not just insurers.

We are seeking individuals to join our team of talented IT professionals who share a passion and an unwavering focus on our customer experience. Team members comfortable working in an agile, fast-paced, and delivery-focused environment thrive here, where we value an entrepreneurial spirit and those who challenge the status quo.

Unum is changing, and we’re excited about what’s next. Join us.

General Summary

Unum’s Information Security team is expanding and looking for a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to join the team. This role will primarily focus on securing AWS Cloud environments and requires the ability to clearly communicate security and risk-related topics to both technical and non-technical audiences. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, initiative, and strong problem-solving skills to identify and address security threats and vulnerabilities within Unum’s cloud infrastructure.

This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring a minimum of two days per week on-site at one of our campus locations: Portland, ME; Chattanooga, TN; Atlanta, GA; or Columbia, SC.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the administration and management of native cloud security services and other solutions that are deployed to secure cloud infrastructure.
• Serve as an escalation path for team members to troubleshoot security-related inquiries.
• Partner with peers to find an appropriate balance between DevOps and security.
• Design, build, and deliver cloud threat analytics by leveraging cloud log correlation, AI, and machine learning engines.
• Design, configure, implement, and leverage cloud service models such as SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.
• Build and operate automated security operations, including scripting configuration automation.
• Develop guidelines and review security configurations related to AWS and/or Azure deployments and web application frameworks.
• Design, plan, and implement security tools, controls, policies, and processes.
• Integrate cloud security technologies into security operations center (SOC) standard operating procedures.
• Integrate enterprise-scale security solutions in AWS and/or Azure, including user, security, and networking configurations.

Job Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience (5+ years).
• Experience with cloud systems engineering and operations in AWS and/or Azure.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (CIS, NIST, MITRE, ITIL).
• Proficiency in scripting or programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, JSON, Chef, Puppet, Terraform, or Ansible.
• Knowledge of web application security and browser security models.
• Experience with AWS Security Hub, Inspector, GuardDuty, and Trusted Advisor.
• Ability to handle both hands-on technical work and strategic consulting on cloud and data security risks.
• Proven experience in AWS or Azure environments with mastery of architecture and security capabilities.
• Understanding of network attacks, DDoS, phishing, encryption, authentication, logging, and policies.
• Broad knowledge of cloud platforms, identity federation, networking, application, database, and server administration.
• Experience liaising with teams to balance DevOps and security.
• Understanding of IT security best practices and industry trends.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt them effectively.
• Resourceful, creative, results-driven, and analytical with strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience integrating security solutions into SOC procedures and enterprise-scale security configurations.
• Experience with security tools and frameworks such as SOC2, NIST 800-53.
• Security certifications like CISSP or CEH are desirable.

Our company is built on helping individuals and families, and this starts with our employees. We offer benefits and resources to support their well-being, including onsite fitness, paid time off, professional development, and more.

Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

The salary range for this position is $89,400.00-$183,500.00. Actual pay will depend on skills, location, and experience.

We also offer comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, insurance, performance incentives, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.