Remote Senior Cloud Security Engineer – SA

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cloud Security Engineer to join our remote security team. You will design, implement, and maintain robust security controls across AWS, Azure, and GCP, safeguarding our cloud infrastructure and data.

This role emphasizes DevSecOps, IaC automation, and collaboration with development teams to embed security into CI/CD pipelines. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in information security with at least 4 years in cloud security, plus strong scripting

Qualifications

• 7+ years in information security with at least 4 years focused on cloud security engineering.
• Experience securing major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) including IAM and network security.
• Proficient in infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Strong scripting and automation skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Deep understanding of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and related security implications.
• Experience with SIEM, SOAR, and security monitoring in cloud contexts.
• Cloud security certifications desirable (e.g., AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security controls and policies for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and automate security solutions for cloud-native apps and infrastructure.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests in cloud environments.
• Monitor cloud security alerts, investigate incidents, and lead remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps).
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including architecture diagrams and runbooks.
• Stay current with emerging cloud security threats, technologies, and best practices.
• Mentor junior cloud security team members and contribute to knowledge sharing.
• Respond to and manage security incidents within the cloud infrastructure.

Skills

Cloud security engineering

IaC automation

Python scripting

Kubernetes security

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in CS/IT

Advanced degree

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

SIEM SOAR

DevSecOps

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cloud Security Engineer to join our remote security team. You will design, implement, and maintain robust security controls across AWS, Azure, and GCP, safeguarding our cloud infrastructure and data.

This role emphasizes DevSecOps, IaC automation, and collaboration with development teams to embed security into CI/CD pipelines. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in information security with at least 4 years in cloud security, plus strong scripting