Remote Information Security Specialist (Cloud Security)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 600.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive remote salary

Health, dental, vision insurance

Flexible working hours

Home office setup allowance

Professional development and certs

Access to cloud security tools

Virtual team-building events

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement savings plan

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Information Security Specialist with a focus on Cloud Security. You will design, implement and maintain secure cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP, integrating security into the deployment lifecycle and collaborating with global teams.

The role emphasizes cloud-native security, IaC automation, and secure development practices, with remote work and opportunities for certifications and professional growth.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of information security experience with a focus on cloud security.
• Proven experience securing AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Deep knowledge of cloud security concepts, services, and best practices.
• Experience with Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Familiarity with Docker/Kubernetes is a plus.
• Strong networking, OS, and application security understanding.
• Excellent communication for remote work.
• Cloud security certifications are desirable.

Aufgaben

• Design, implement, and manage cloud security solutions across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Monitor cloud environments for threats, vulnerabilities, and compliance deviations.
• Implement and manage IAM controls for cloud resources.
• Use security automation tools and IaC to streamline security operations.
• Conduct security reviews of cloud architectures and deployments.
• Respond to security incidents in the cloud environment.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure secure development and deployment.
• Stay updated on cloud security threats and technologies.
• Maintain documentation for cloud security configurations and procedures.

Kenntnisse

Cloud security

IAM

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Network security

Remote collaboration

Security certifications

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Security or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

KMS

WAF

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role Our client is looking for a dedicated and forward-thinking Remote Information Security Specialist with a specialization in Cloud Security. This role is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within specified time zones. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust cloud security architectures and controls to protect our client's data and infrastructure hosted on platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud-native security services, security best practices in cloud environments, and experience with infrastructure as code and automation. You will work closely with development and operations teams to ensure security is integrated into the cloud deployment lifecycle. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape cloud security strategy for a progressive organization, working remotely and collaborating with a global team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage cloud security solutions across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Monitor cloud environments for security threats, vulnerabilities, and compliance deviations.
• Implement and manage identity and access management (IAM) controls for cloud resources.
• Utilize security automation tools and infrastructure as code (IaC) to streamline security operations.
• Conduct security reviews of cloud architectures and deployments.
• Respond to security incidents within the cloud environment.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure secure development and deployment practices.
• Stay updated on the latest cloud security threats and technologies.
• Develop and maintain documentation for cloud security configurations and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security, with a strong focus on cloud security.
• Proven experience securing cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud security concepts, services (e.g., Security Groups, IAM, KMS, WAF), and best practices.
• Experience with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Familiarity with container security (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of networking, operating systems, and application security.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, suited for a remote work environment.
• Relevant cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate) are highly desirable.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• Competitive remote salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible working hours.
• Generous allowance for home office setup.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Access to leading-edge cloud security tools.
• Virtual team-building events and social activities.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement savings plan.