Lead Cloud Security Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Centurion; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Home office stipend

PTO

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Cloud Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage security across AWS, Azure, and GCP in a remote-first team. The role calls for hands-on cloud security expertise, IaC automation, and leadership to shepherd security across multi-cloud deployments.

You will mentor junior engineers, drive incident response, and ensure regulatory compliance while staying ahead of evolving threats in a fully remote work environment.

Formación

• 7+ years of cybersecurity experience, with at least 4 years in cloud security.
• Extensive hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, and GCP security services.
• Proficiency in security automation and scripting (Python, Terraform, Ansible).
• Strong understanding of IAM, data encryption and compliance in cloud environments.
• Experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless security is advantageous.
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer are desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Design, implement, and maintain security architectures for multi-cloud environments.
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Implement and manage cloud security tools (WAF, security groups, IAM, threat detection).
• Conduct security assessments and penetration testing of cloud infra and apps.
• Lead incident response and remediation in cloud environments.
• Automate security controls and compliance checks using IaC tools.
• Collaborate with engineering to embed security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Provide mentorship to junior security engineers.
• Stay updated on emerging cloud security threats and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations.

Conocimientos

Cloud security

Leadership

Python

Terraform

Ansible

IAM

Kubernetes

Docker

Penetration testing

Security automation

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Herramientas

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Lead Cloud Security Engineer to join their cutting-edge, fully remote security team. In this critical position, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing security solutions for our multi-cloud environments. As a pioneer in remote-first operations, we empower our employees with the flexibility and resources to excel from anywhere in the world. You will lead initiatives to protect our cloud infrastructure, applications, and data against evolving threats, ensuring compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements. This role demands a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of cloud security principles and a proven track record of success in securing complex, distributed systems. The opportunity is based in Centurion, Gauteng, ZA, but operates entirely remotely, offering unparalleled flexibility. You will be a key player in shaping our future cloud security strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust security architectures for AWS, Azure, and/or GCP environments.
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Implement and manage cloud security tools, including WAF, security groups, IAM, and threat detection services.
• Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing of cloud infrastructure and applications.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents in cloud environments, leading remediation efforts.
• Develop and automate security controls and compliance checks using infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to embed security into the CI/CD pipeline.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior security engineers and other team members.
• Stay current with emerging cloud security threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant data privacy and security regulations within cloud environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 4 years focused specifically on cloud security.
• Extensive hands-on experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security services.
• Proficiency in security automation and scripting (e.g., Python, Terraform, Ansible).
• Strong understanding of network security, identity and access management (IAM), data encryption, and compliance in cloud environments.
• Experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless security is a significant advantage.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities, with experience leading technical projects.
• Relevant cloud security certifications such as AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer are highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote, fast-paced, and collaborative work environment.

Benefits

• Our client offers an exceptional compensation package, including a highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• We provide comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a generous retirement savings plan with company match, and a substantial allowance for professional development, including certifications and conferences.
• Employees also receive a home office stipend and paid time off.
• We are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive remote work culture that prioritizes work-life balance and encourages continuous learning and career advancement.

Join our team and help shape the future of cloud security.