Cloud Security Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Pension/retirement planning

Certifications funding

Hybrid work model

Office in Polokwane

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage security for cloud workloads across AWS, Azure, and GCP. You will secure cloud environments, enforce policies, and monitor threats while collaborating with development and ops teams in a hybrid Polokwane office.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in IT security with 3+ years in cloud security, strong scripting skills, and IaC experience to automate secure deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in IT security, with at least 3 years in cloud security.
• Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, and GCP security services.
• Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automation.
• Experience with IaC tools: Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls and architectures for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Configure and manage cloud security services (WAF, security groups, IAM, key management, threat detection).
• Conduct security assessments of cloud deployments and identify vulnerabilities.
• Implement and manage security monitoring and logging solutions for cloud infrastructure.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents in cloud environments.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Cloud security

IT security

Security mindset

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

ARM templates

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS security services

Azure security services

GCP security services

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Cloud Security Engineer to join their growing technology team in Polokwane, Limpopo. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing security solutions for our client's cloud infrastructure across major platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP. You will play a crucial part in securing cloud workloads, ensuring compliance, and protecting against cloud-specific threats. The ideal candidate has a strong background in cloud technologies and cybersecurity principles, with a passion for building secure and resilient cloud environments. This hybrid position requires a blend of remote work flexibility and on-site collaboration in our Polokwane office for critical meetings and infrastructure reviews. You will be instrumental in establishing and maintaining a robust cloud security posture, safeguarding sensitive data and applications hosted in the cloud. Your expertise will ensure our client leverages cloud services securely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls and architectures for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).


• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.


• Configure and manage cloud security services such as WAF, security groups, IAM, key management, and threat detection services.


• Conduct security assessments of cloud deployments and identify vulnerabilities.


• Implement and manage security monitoring and logging solutions for cloud infrastructure.


• Respond to and investigate security incidents occurring in cloud environments.


• Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native applications.


• Automate security tasks and processes using scripting and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).


• Stay current with emerging cloud security threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies.


• Provide guidance and training to technical teams on secure cloud practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT security, with at least 3 years focused on cloud security.


• Hands‑on experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their native security services.


• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automation.


• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates).


• Strong understanding of network security principles, identity and access management (IAM), and data encryption.


• Knowledge of container security (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.


• Experience with security monitoring tools and incident response in cloud environments.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing remote and on-site responsibilities.


• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or CISSP are highly valued.

Benefits

• This hybrid role in Polokwane offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and retirement planning assistance.


• Our client provides opportunities for professional growth, including funding for cloud certifications and training.


• Employees benefit from a flexible work environment, with regular opportunities for team collaboration at the Polokwane office.


• Access to cutting-edge cloud security tools and technologies, and the chance to work on innovative projects are standard.


• A generous leave policy and employee wellness programs are also part of the package.


• Join a team that is shaping the future of cloud security for our client.