Senior Cloud Security Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Stock options

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Security Engineer in Klerksdorp, North West, to secure multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and enforce robust security controls.

You will design IAM, implement IaC automation, conduct security assessments, and collaborate with development teams to ship secure apps in a hybrid work setting.

A strong background in security principles, threat modeling, and SIEM, plus cloud certifications, is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field; cloud security certifications are desirable.
• Minimum of 6 years in information security with cloud focus.
• Proven experience securing AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Hands-on with IaC tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Strong networking, security principles, and threat modeling in cloud environments.
• Container security experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure for threats and vulnerabilities; apply remediation actions.
• Automate security processes and controls using scripting and IaC tools.
• Conduct security assessments and penetration tests of cloud deployments.
• Respond to cloud security incidents, performing forensic analysis and post-incident reviews.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure secure deployments.
• Manage IAM within cloud environments.
• Stay current with cloud security trends, threats, and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS).

Skills

Cloud security

IAM management

Threat modeling

Automation

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

SIEM

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing fintech company, is seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Security Engineer to join their innovative team in **Klerksdorp, North West**. This role is crucial for ensuring the security and compliance of their cloud infrastructure across multiple platforms, including AWS and Azure. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing security controls, monitoring cloud environments for threats, and responding to security incidents. This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The position in **Klerksdorp** utilizes a hybrid work model, offering a blend of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security solutions for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure for security threats and vulnerabilities, implementing appropriate remediation actions.
• Automate security processes and controls using scripting and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
• Conduct security assessments and penetration tests of cloud deployments.
• Respond to cloud security incidents, performing forensic analysis and post-incident reviews.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure secure application deployment and infrastructure management.
• Manage identity and access management (IAM) within cloud environments.
• Stay current with cloud security trends, threats, and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field; relevant cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate) are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in information security, with a strong focus on cloud security.
• Proven experience securing cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, security principles, and threat modeling in cloud environments.
• Experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Familiarity with SIEM and logging tools for cloud environments.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, and a generous stock option plan.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including certifications and training, are provided.
• The hybrid work model enhances work-life balance.
• Join our team in **Klerksdorp**, **North West**, and play a vital role in securing our cloud infrastructure.