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Senior Information Security Analyst - Cloud Security

80100 Nairobi, Nairobi KES700000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 20 days ago

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Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Information Security Analyst with specialized expertise in cloud security to join their fully remote cybersecurity team. This role is crucial for protecting the organization's digital assets and ensuring compliance with industry regulations in cloud environments. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing security controls, performing risk assessments, incident response, and vulnerability management within cloud infrastructures (AWS, Azure, GCP). The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of cloud security best practices, threat landscapes, and robust analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and controls for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Conduct regular security risk assessments and vulnerability scans of cloud infrastructure and applications.
  • Design and implement security solutions, including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and network security.
  • Monitor security alerts and logs for suspicious activity, and lead incident response efforts for cloud-based security breaches.
  • Perform security audits and ensure compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, SOC 2).
  • Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security into the cloud application lifecycle (DevSecOps).
  • Develop and deliver security awareness training to employees.
  • Stay current with emerging cloud security threats, technologies, and best practices.
  • Evaluate and recommend new security tools and technologies to enhance the organization's security posture.
  • Document security procedures, incident reports, and compliance findings.
  • Participate in the development and testing of disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
  • Provide expert guidance on cloud security best practices to internal teams.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years focused on cloud security.
  • In-depth knowledge of major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their native security services.
  • Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, WAF, and endpoint detection and response (EDR).
  • Strong understanding of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance requirements.
  • Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation is a plus.
  • Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security – Specialty, or Azure Security Engineer Associate are highly desirable.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and incident response skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote environment.
This is a fully remote position offering excellent flexibility. The role is notionally based in Mombasa, Mombasa, KE , but the work is performed entirely online, enabling a global work environment. Join our dedicated cybersecurity team and play a vital role in safeguarding our client's cloud infrastructure.
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Senior Information Security Analyst (Cloud Security)

80100 Nairobi, Nairobi KES220000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 20 days ago

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Our client, a leader in data protection and cybersecurity, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Information Security Analyst with expertise in Cloud Security to join their fully remote security operations team. This crucial role will involve protecting sensitive data, safeguarding cloud infrastructure, and responding to evolving cyber threats. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and managing security controls for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.

Key responsibilities include conducting security assessments and penetration testing of cloud-based applications and infrastructure, developing and enforcing security policies and procedures, and monitoring security alerts and incidents. You will investigate security breaches, perform forensic analysis, and implement remediation measures to prevent future occurrences. The role also involves architecting and implementing security solutions, managing identity and access management (IAM) systems, and ensuring data privacy and integrity. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud security principles, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response.

This position is 100% remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to a vital security function. Our client cultivates a collaborative, secure, and highly professional remote work environment, equipped with the latest tools and resources for cybersecurity professionals. You will have the opportunity to work on challenging security initiatives, protect critical digital assets, and advance your career in a field that is constantly in demand. We are looking for a vigilant, analytical, and proactive security expert who is passionate about protecting information assets and possesses excellent problem-solving skills. Your ability to work autonomously and communicate effectively about security risks and solutions will be paramount.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in information security, with a strong specialization in cloud security.
  • Proven experience securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), including knowledge of IAM, network security, and data encryption.
  • Hands-on experience with security assessment tools, vulnerability scanners, and SIEM platforms.
  • In-depth understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance regulations.
  • Demonstrated experience in incident response, threat hunting, and forensic analysis.
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, or Azure Security Engineer are highly desirable.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of explaining complex security concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences in a remote setting.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain confidentiality in a remote environment.
This critical role, supporting our client's robust security posture for their digital operations which have a wide reach, but are anchored to the business context of **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE**, will be performed entirely remotely.
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Senior Information Security Analyst - Cloud Security

80100 Nairobi, Nairobi KES5500000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 20 days ago

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Our client is a dynamic and rapidly expanding technology firm seeking a highly skilled Senior Information Security Analyst with a specialization in Cloud Security. This role is critical in protecting our organization's digital assets and infrastructure across various cloud environments. As a fully remote employee, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust security measures to safeguard our systems against evolving threats. This position requires a deep understanding of cloud security best practices, risk assessment, and incident response.

Responsibilities:
  • Design, implement, and manage security controls for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests.
  • Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures for cloud environments.
  • Monitor security alerts and investigate potential security incidents, performing root cause analysis and implementing remediation plans.
  • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure security is integrated into the cloud architecture lifecycle.
  • Develop and deliver security awareness training to employees.
  • Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
  • Manage security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM, and endpoint protection.
  • Develop and test incident response plans.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001).
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in information security, with a significant focus on cloud security.
  • In-depth knowledge of security principles and best practices for major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, WAF, EDR).
  • Strong understanding of networking protocols and security architectures.
  • Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or cloud-specific security certifications are highly desirable.
  • Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation is a plus.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and play a vital role in shaping its security posture. If you are a security expert passionate about protecting cloud infrastructure and possess the drive to excel in a remote environment, we encourage you to apply.
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Senior Information Security Analyst - Cloud Security

80100 Nairobi, Nairobi KES600000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 4 days ago

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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to bolster their security posture, with a specific focus on cloud environments. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while safeguarding critical digital assets. You will be responsible for implementing, managing, and monitoring advanced security controls across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices. Your role will involve threat detection, vulnerability assessment, incident response, and security architecture design. You will play a pivotal role in identifying potential security risks, developing mitigation strategies, and responding effectively to security incidents. This position requires a deep understanding of cloud security principles, network security, endpoint security, and data protection. You will collaborate with IT operations, development teams, and other stakeholders to embed security throughout the system development lifecycle and cloud deployment processes. The ideal candidate possesses a strong analytical mindset, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to security. Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or cloud-specific security certifications are highly desirable. You must be adept at using security information and event management (SIEM) systems, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and other security tools. Excellent communication skills are essential for reporting on security matters to both technical and non-technical audiences in this remote capacity. This is an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to the security of a growing organization and work on challenging, impactful security projects. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity, committed to continuous learning, and thrive in a collaborative, remote-first environment. Your expertise will be critical in protecting our client's sensitive data and infrastructure. The role offers competitive compensation and the chance to work with cutting-edge security technologies.

Responsibilities:
  • Implement and manage security controls for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
  • Monitor security alerts and respond to security incidents.
  • Develop and maintain security policies and procedures.
  • Perform security architecture reviews for new cloud deployments.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards.
  • Provide security awareness training to staff.
  • Collaborate with IT and development teams on security best practices.
  • Analyze security logs and identify potential threats.
  • Stay current with emerging security threats and technologies.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
  • Proven experience as an Information Security Analyst or similar role, with a focus on cloud security.
  • In-depth knowledge of cloud security principles and best practices (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Experience with SIEM, IDPS, and other security tools.
  • Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
  • Strong understanding of network security, cryptography, and operating systems.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CCSP, etc.) are a strong advantage.
  • Effective communication skills for reporting and collaboration in a remote setting.
This role offers a significant opportunity to enhance the security of cloud infrastructures and protect sensitive data.
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Senior Information Security Analyst - Cloud Security

80101 Nairobi, Nairobi KES250000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 6 days ago

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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst specializing in Cloud Security to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This pivotal role will be instrumental in safeguarding our digital assets and ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our cloud infrastructure. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing security controls and policies across various cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, and GCP. Your expertise will be crucial in threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and security architecture reviews. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud-native security services, container security (Docker, Kubernetes), and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) security best practices. You will also be involved in conducting regular security audits, penetration testing, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities. Collaborating closely with development and operations teams, you will champion a security-first mindset throughout the software development lifecycle. Furthermore, you will contribute to the development and delivery of security awareness training programs for employees across the organization. This position requires a proactive approach to identifying emerging threats and proactively implementing preventive measures. The ability to analyze complex security data, articulate findings clearly, and recommend actionable solutions is essential. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on an organization committed to robust cybersecurity practices, all within a flexible and supportive remote work environment. If you are passionate about protecting sensitive data and building secure cloud environments, we encourage you to apply.
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