Cloud Security Engineer

Job Description

A leading cybersecurity arm of a major energy company is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to strengthen and secure its multi-cloud infrastructure. This group plays a critical role in protecting sensitive systems in a fast-moving, regulated environment, making it an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives at the intersection of technical depth and security strategy.

In this role, you’ll focus on cloud security across Azure and AWS, with responsibility for securing containerized workloads (Docker and Kubernetes), driving automation in CI / CD pipelines, and ensuring compliance with industry frameworks. You’ll evaluate risk exposure, conduct vulnerability assessments, and partner with cross-functional teams to design secure, scalable solutions.

Full-time hybrid in Government Center 3 days a week.

Required Skills & Experience :

5+ years of hands-on experience in cloud security, DevSecOps, or infrastructure security

Expertise with Azure and AWS in hybrid / multi-cloud environments

Proven track record securing containerized workloads (Docker / Kubernetes), including vulnerability scanning and remediation

Experience with automation and IaC tools such as Azure DevOps, Terraform, or GitHub Actions

Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure attack surfaces, vulnerabilities, and threat modeling

Familiarity with compliance frameworks (PCI-DSS, SOX, NERC CIP, etc.) and aligning controls to audits

Excellent collaboration and communication skills across technical and non-technical teams

Desired Skills :

Prior experience in the energy or critical infrastructure sector

Exposure to SaaS or enterprise-scale security environments

Relevant certifications : CISSP, CCSK, CCA, or cloud provider security certifications

Hands-on familiarity with security platforms such as Wiz, Prisma, or similar

What You’ll Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

40% Cloud & container security implementation

30% Risk analysis, threat mapping, and compliance planning

20% Collaboration with security, engineering, and architecture teams

10% Documentation, reporting, and process improvements

Daily Responsibilities :

Conduct vulnerability assessments and harden cloud / containers against threats

Lead discussions with internal stakeholders to identify gaps and track mitigations

Build and optimize automated security controls in pipelines

Translate technical risks into actionable security and compliance initiatives

The Offer :

Competitive base salary ($125k–$155k) + bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits : medical, dental, vision, and PTO

Career development opportunities within a growing cybersecurity organization

Mission-driven work protecting energy infrastructure and critical systems

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis.