AWS Cloud Security Engineer

Role : AWS Cloud Security Engineer
Location: PA (Onsite)
Duration: Long Term
VISA : GC , EAD, USC
 
Overview: 
We are in search of a highly skilled and experienced AWS Cloud Security Engineer to join our team. This role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security solutions for our cloud-based infrastructure on Amazon Web Services (AWS). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud security architecture, deep knowledge of AWS services and security best practices, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the security and compliance of our cloud environments.
Responsibilities:
·      Develop and maintain a comprehensive AWS cloud security architecture, encompassing identity and access management (IAM), network security, data protection, encryption, logging, and monitoring.
·      Design and implement security controls, policies, and procedures to protect AWS resources, data, and applications from unauthorized access, exploitation, and cyber threats.
·      Conduct security assessments, risk analysis, and vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate security risks and compliance gaps in AWS environments.
·      Implement and configure security tools and services on AWS, such as AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), AWS Security Hub, AWS WAF, AWS GuardDuty, and AWS Config.
·      Establish and enforce security best practices, compliance standards (e.g., PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR), and industry regulations in alignment with organizational policies and objectives.
·      Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
·      Provide security guidance, technical expertise, and training to internal teams on AWS security architecture, controls, and technologies.
·      Monitor security events, alerts, and incidents in AWS environments, and respond to security breaches, incidents, and anomalies in a timely and effective manner.
·      Stay up-to-date with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security trends in cloud computing and AWS services, and recommend proactive measures and solutions to enhance security posture.
Qualifications:
·      Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
·      Minimum of 7 years of experience in cloud security architecture, engineering, or a related role, with a focus on AWS.
·      Strong understanding of AWS services, architecture, and security best practices, including IAM, VPC, S3, RDS, Lambda, KMS, and CloudTrail.
·      Experience with security frameworks, standards, and compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, CIS, SOC 2, ISO 27001) in cloud environments.
·      Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies for cloud security, such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, encryption, and key management.
·      Familiarity with scripting and automation using languages like Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
·      Excellent analytical skills and the ability to assess and mitigate security risks in complex, distributed systems.
·      Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
·      AWS certifications related to security (e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty) are highly desirable.
Thanks and regards
 
Priyanka
Recruiter
Address: 16700 HOUSE HAHL RD BLDG 6B, Cypress, TX-77433 

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