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Remote Senior Information Security Engineer - Cloud Security
Posted 7 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Information Security Engineer with expertise in Cloud Security to join their fully remote security infrastructure team. This role is crucial for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security solutions for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). You will be responsible for protecting cloud assets, ensuring compliance with security policies, and mitigating cloud-specific threats. Key duties include configuring and managing cloud security tools, developing security automation scripts, conducting vulnerability assessments, and responding to security incidents in the cloud. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud architecture, identity and access management (IAM), network security, and data protection within cloud platforms. Experience with cloud security best practices, security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS), and scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) is essential. You should possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to design and implement secure cloud solutions. Strong communication and collaboration abilities are required for effective teamwork in a remote setting. Proactive threat hunting, security monitoring, and continuous improvement of cloud security posture are highly valued. Staying current with emerging cloud security threats and technologies is paramount.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage security controls for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Develop and maintain secure cloud infrastructure, including IAM, network security, and data protection.
- Configure and utilize cloud-native security tools and third-party solutions.
- Automate security processes and responses using scripting and IaC (Infrastructure as Code).
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing of cloud environments.
- Monitor cloud security posture, investigate alerts, and respond to security incidents.
- Ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulations.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to integrate security into the SDLC.
- Stay updated on emerging cloud security threats and best practices.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in information security engineering, with a focus on cloud security.
- Proven experience securing major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Strong understanding of cloud security principles, IAM, network security, and data encryption.
- Experience with cloud security tools (e.g., WAF, security groups, monitoring services).
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
- Familiarity with IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.
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Remote Senior Information Security Engineer - Cloud Security
Posted 3 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Remote Senior Information Security Engineer with a specialization in Cloud Security. This is a fully remote position, offering a significant opportunity to shape and protect our cloud infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security solutions for our cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Your expertise will be critical in identifying vulnerabilities, developing security best practices, and responding to security incidents within the cloud. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of cloud security principles, a proven track record in securing cloud platforms, and strong technical skills in areas like network security, identity and access management, and data protection. This role demands a proactive and strategic approach to ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our cloud assets.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This role is crucial for securing our cloud infrastructure, serving our client's needs in **Nairobi, Nairobi, KE**, yet is fully remote.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage security controls and solutions for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans of cloud infrastructure.
- Implement and manage identity and access management (IAM) solutions within the cloud.
- Develop and maintain security monitoring and logging strategies for cloud services.
- Respond to and investigate security incidents within the cloud environment, implementing containment and remediation strategies.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to integrate security into the CI/CD pipeline.
- Stay current with emerging cloud security threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices.
- Provide expert guidance and training on cloud security to internal teams.
- Automate security tasks and processes using scripting and relevant tools.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate) are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security, with a strong focus on cloud security engineering.
- Proven experience securing major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- In-depth knowledge of cloud security best practices, including network security, IAM, data encryption, and compliance.
- Experience with security tools for vulnerability management, intrusion detection/prevention, and security information and event management (SIEM) in cloud environments.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation.
- Strong understanding of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and their security implications.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage complex projects.
This role is crucial for securing our cloud infrastructure, serving our client's needs in **Nairobi, Nairobi, KE**, yet is fully remote.
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