Remote Security Engineer - Cloud Infrastructure

Placements24; Durban; Hybride; ZAR 480 000 - 960 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote work stipend

Comprehensive health benefits

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a fully remote Security Engineer to design and manage security for cloud environments across AWS, Azure, or GCP. The role emphasizes IAM, vulnerability management, and automation within CI/CD pipelines.

You will collaborate with distributed teams, implement robust security policies, and stay ahead of cloud security threats while maintaining compliance and data protection across our global platforms.

Qualifications

• Cloud security engineering experience with AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Strong IAM, network security and data protection knowledge.
• Experience with IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, Go, Bash) for automation.
• Cloud security certifications are valued.

Responsabilités

• Design, implement and maintain security controls for cloud environments.
• Develop and automate security processes for CI/CD pipelines.
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability management.
• Implement and manage IAM solutions.
• Monitor cloud security posture and remediation actions.
• Collaborate with engineering to secure the development lifecycle.
• Stay current with cloud security best practices.

Connaissances

Cloud security

IAM

Network security

Data protection

IaC Terraform

Python

Kubernetes security

CI/CD security

Formation

BSc CS/IS

Outils

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge technology startup with a global presence, is actively seeking a dedicated Remote Security Engineer to join their fully remote workforce. This role is integral to designing, implementing, and managing robust security measures for their cloud infrastructure. You will be responsible for safeguarding sensitive data, ensuring compliance, and defending against cyber threats across their cloud environments. As a remote-first position, this opportunity offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere. This role is perfect for a security professional who thrives in a distributed team environment and is passionate about securing cloud-native applications and infrastructure. You will play a vital role in protecting our client's digital assets from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and automate security processes and tooling for continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability management for cloud infrastructure and applications.
• Implement and manage identity and access management (IAM) solutions.
• Develop and enforce security policies and standards for cloud deployments.
• Respond to security incidents and conduct forensic investigations in cloud environments.
• Monitor cloud security posture and implement necessary remediation actions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure security is integrated into the development lifecycle.
• Stay current with cloud security best practices, threats, and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience in cloud security engineering, specifically with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, IAM, network security, and data protection.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Go, Bash) for automation.
• Experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Knowledge of security monitoring and logging tools in a cloud context.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Relevant cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate) are highly valued.

Benefits

• Our client provides a competitive salary, performance bonuses, comprehensive health benefits, and a generous remote work stipend.
• You will have access to cutting-edge cloud security technologies and abundant opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• This fully remote role offers exceptional flexibility and the chance to be part of an innovative and globally distributed team dedicated to securing cloud infrastructure.