Cloud Security Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Stock options

Certification reimbursements

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage secure cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure. The role emphasizes IAM, security automation, and DevSecOps within a fast-paced startup environment. Global remote work is supported with potential meetups near Paarl, Western Cape.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in cybersecurity with cloud security expertise, scripting skills for automation, and strong collaboration for remote teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of cybersecurity experience with strong cloud security focus.
• Proven experience with security best practices on AWS and/or Azure.
• Hands-on with cloud security tools, IAM, network security groups, WAFs, and key management services.
• Scripting skills (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) for automation.
• Understanding of Docker/Kubernetes security implications.
• Experience with security monitoring and logging in cloud environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security solutions for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and automate security controls, policies, and procedures for cloud deployments.
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability scans of cloud infrastructure.
• Implement and manage IAM in the cloud and monitor access controls.
• Monitor cloud environments for threats and respond to incidents.
• Ensure compliance with relevant security standards in cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with development/ops to embed security into CI/CD (DevSecOps).
• Evaluate and integrate new cloud security technologies.
• Develop and maintain cloud security documentation.

Skills

Cloud security

AWS

Azure

IAM

Scripting

DevSecOps

Security monitoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/InfoSec

Tools

WAFs

KMS

Identity and access management

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering technology startup, is seeking a talented Cloud Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage their cloud security infrastructure. This fully remote role is critical for safeguarding their innovative platform and sensitive data hosted on major cloud providers like AWS and Azure. You will be responsible for architecting secure cloud environments, implementing robust security controls, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate is passionate about cloud security, possesses strong technical skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment. Join a forward-thinking team and help shape the security of cutting-edge cloud solutions from anywhere, with potential collaboration hubs near Paarl, Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security solutions for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and automate security controls, policies, and procedures for cloud deployments.
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability scans of cloud infrastructure.
• Implement and manage identity and access management (IAM) solutions in the cloud.
• Monitor cloud environments for security threats and respond to incidents.
• Ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulations within cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to embed security into the CI/CD pipeline (DevSecOps).
• Evaluate and integrate new cloud security technologies.
• Develop and maintain cloud security documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on cloud security.
• Proven experience with cloud security best practices for AWS and/or Azure.
• Hands-on experience with cloud security tools, IAM, network security groups, WAFs, and key management services.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation.
• Understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and their security implications.
• Experience with security monitoring and logging tools in cloud environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.
• Cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate) are highly advantageous.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary, stock options, and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance. Our client provides generous opportunities for professional development, including training, conferences, and certification reimbursements. Enjoy the flexibility of working from home while contributing to the security of a rapidly growing tech company. Regular team virtual events foster collaboration, with occasional optional in-person meetups in areas like Paarl, Western Cape .