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Lead Cybersecurity Engineer - Cloud Security
Posted 20 days ago
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Our client is seeking a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer specializing in Cloud Security to join their dynamic IT team. This hybrid role offers a blend of remote work flexibility and in-office collaboration, based in **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE**. The Lead Cybersecurity Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security measures to protect our cloud infrastructure and sensitive data. You will play a pivotal role in developing security policies, conducting vulnerability assessments, and responding to security incidents. This position requires a deep understanding of cloud security principles, threat landscapes, and best practices for securing cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage security solutions for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
- Monitor cloud infrastructure for security threats and respond effectively to security incidents and breaches.
- Implement and manage security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
- Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate security into the CI/CD pipeline (DevSecOps).
- Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and industry best practices.
- Develop and deliver security awareness training to employees.
- Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
- Mentor junior security team members and provide technical guidance.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Advanced certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty) are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years focused on cloud security.
- Proven experience securing major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Strong understanding of network security, application security, and data security principles.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation.
- Familiarity with security frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in both team and independent settings.
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Lead Cybersecurity Engineer - Cloud Security
Posted 11 days ago
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Our client is a rapidly growing tech firm seeking a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer with a strong focus on Cloud Security to join their expanding team in Embu, Embu, KE . This hybrid role requires a seasoned professional responsible for designing, implementing, and managing robust security measures across our cloud infrastructure. You will be instrumental in protecting our digital assets from evolving cyber threats, conducting security assessments, developing incident response plans, and ensuring compliance with industry best practices and regulations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP), threat modeling, vulnerability management, and security automation. You will lead a team of security analysts, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with development and operations teams to embed security throughout the software development lifecycle. This position demands excellent leadership skills, a proactive security mindset, and a deep understanding of current cybersecurity landscapes.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive security solutions for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scanning.
- Lead incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, and remediation of security breaches.
- Implement and manage security monitoring tools and SIEM solutions.
- Develop and automate security controls and processes to enhance efficiency.
- Collaborate with engineering and DevOps teams to ensure secure application development and deployment.
- Stay informed about emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
- Provide security awareness training and guidance to internal teams.
- Manage security vendor relationships and evaluate new security products.
- Lead and mentor a team of cybersecurity professionals.
- Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
- Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years focused on cloud security.
- Proven experience with security architectures in major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Strong knowledge of security best practices, frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and compliance requirements.
- Expertise in threat modeling, vulnerability management, and incident response.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for security automation.
- Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, WAF, and other security tools.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty are highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
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Lead Cybersecurity Engineer - Cloud Security
Posted 5 days ago
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Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Cybersecurity Engineer with a strong background in cloud security to build and lead their remote security engineering team. This senior role is critical in defining, implementing, and managing the security architecture for our cloud-native infrastructure and services. You will be responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our systems and data, employing proactive security measures and state-of-the-art technologies. As a Lead Engineer, you will mentor junior team members, drive security best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security seamlessly into the development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect, design, and implement robust cloud security solutions for AWS, Azure, or GCP environments.
- Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures for cloud infrastructure.
- Implement and manage security tools such as WAFs, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, and security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
- Lead incident response efforts for cloud-based security breaches, including analysis, containment, and remediation.
- Conduct security assessments, penetration testing, and code reviews to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
- Automate security processes and controls using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Terraform, Ansible).
- Collaborate with development and operations teams to embed security into the CI/CD pipeline (DevSecOps).
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior cybersecurity engineers.
- Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and solutions.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Stay current with emerging cloud security threats and mitigation strategies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a significant focus on cloud security architecture and engineering.
- In-depth knowledge of major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security services.
- Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Go, or Bash.
- Strong understanding of network security, cryptography, identity and access management (IAM), and data protection.
- Experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes) is a strong plus.
- Demonstrated experience in leading security projects and mentoring technical staff.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, or Azure Security Engineer are highly desirable.
- Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a remote, fast-paced environment.
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