Senior Cloud Security Specialist (AWS)

Remote • Posted 1 hour ago • Updated 1 hour ago
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Summary

Senior Cloud Security Specialist (AWS)

Job Title: Senior Cloud Security Specialist (AWS)
Location: Remote

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Cloud Security Specialist with deep AWS expertise to secure and optimize cloud infrastructure in a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform security assessments of AWS environments
  • Evaluate Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) for compliance
  • Implement AWS-native security controls and best practices
  • Monitor cloud security posture and remediate risks
  • Identify vulnerabilities and misconfigurations
  • Develop security standards, playbooks, and documentation
  • Provide security advisory support to engineering teams
  • Conduct training and awareness sessions
  • Automate security checks and processes

Required Skills & Experience

  • 5+ years hands-on AWS security experience
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • IAM
    • Cloud Security Architecture
    • DevSecOps
    • IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation preferred)
  • Experience with AWS Well-Architected Framework
  • Strong understanding of:
    • NIST Cybersecurity Framework
    • NIST SP 800-53
    • OMB M-22-09
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Certifications (Preferred)

  • AWS Certified Security – Specialty
  • AWS Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional)

Additional Skills

  • Scripting (Python, Bash, etc.)
  • Security monitoring and tooling
  • Strong communication skills 
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  • Dice Id: 10513292
  • Position Id: 72365-12895-
  • Posted 1 hour ago
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