Cloud Security Engineer - Automation & Resilience

Global One; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company based in Cape Town, South Africa is looking for a Cloud Security Engineer to manage security systems and tools related to cloud technologies. This role involves analyzing existing cloud structures, creating new security methods, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, strong communication skills, and experience with AWS services and programming languages like C++, Java, and Python. This position offers an opportunity to enhance security in cloud environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or Computer Science, or significant relevant experience.
• Strong familiarity with cloud provider ecosystems like Amazon AWS.
• Practical knowledge of AWS foundation services.

Responsibilities

• Document implementations thoroughly with technical documentation and run-books.
• Provide feedback on security architectures.
• Collaborate with developers and DBAs to solve technical challenges.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging security threats and best practices.

Skills

Linux operating systems

Windows operating systems

Amazon AWS

C++

C#

Java

Python

Visual Basic

DevOps practices

Analytical and troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or Computer Science

CISSP or equivalent security-related certification

AWS Associate or higher Certification

Tools

Ansible

Chef

Puppet

Docker

Jenkins

Job description

A leading tech company based in Cape Town, South Africa is looking for a Cloud Security Engineer to manage security systems and tools related to cloud technologies. This role involves analyzing existing cloud structures, creating new security methods, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, strong communication skills, and experience with AWS services and programming languages like C++, Java, and Python. This position offers an opportunity to enhance security in cloud environments.