Intermediate Cloud Security Engineer

Boardroom Appointments; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments seeks an Intermediate Cloud Security Engineer to strengthen our cloud security posture in AWS. You will design and implement cloud-native security controls, configure WAFs and DDoS protections, and drive automation across enterprise environments.

The role requires hands-on AWS security experience, familiarity with native firewalls and identity management, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, scalable cloud operations.

Qualifications

• Weeks of hands-on experience with AWS security services and cloud-native controls.
• Familiar with WAFs, DDoS protection, and identity management practices.
• Experience driving automation in large enterprise cloud security environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage cloud-native security controls in AWS.
• Configure firewalls, WAFs, and DDoS protection for apps and infra.
• Develop authentication and access policies across cloud environments.
• Automate security processes to ensure scalability and compliance.
• Monitor, detect, and respond to incidents in cloud environments; conduct assessments and testing.
• Provide guidance to development and operations teams on secure cloud practices.

Skills

AWS security

Native firewalls

WAF configuration

DDoS mitigation

Authentication

Automation

Cloud security

Compliance frameworks

Education

Degree or Diploma in CS/InfoSec

Job description

About the job Intermediate Cloud Security Engineer

Overview

We are seeking an Intermediate Cloud Security Engineer to join our team and strengthen our cloud security posture. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in AWS security services, with a focus on native firewalls, Web Application Firewalls (WAF), DDoS mitigation, and authentication mechanisms. This role requires hands-on experience in large enterprise environments, and driving automation within the security cluster, particularly in AWS.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage cloud-native security controls within AWS.
• Configure and maintain firewalls, WAFs, and DDoS protection to safeguard applications and infrastructure.
• Develop and enforce authentication and access management policies across cloud environments.
• Collaborate with enterprise teams to automate security processes, ensuring scalability and compliance.
• Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents in cloud environments.
  Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.
  Provide technical guidance to development and operations teams on secure cloud practices.
• Required Skills & Experience
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS security services.
• Expertise in native firewalls, WAF configuration, and DDoS mitigation strategies.
• Solid understanding of authentication protocols and identity management.
• Proven track record of working in large enterprise environments, with a focus on automation in cloud security.
• Familiarity with cloud-native security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS benchmarks).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Relevant cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, CISSP, CISM) will be advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and detail-oriented with a passion for cloud security.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate across technical and business teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, enterprise-scale environment.