job summary:
Overview
We are seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to join our cybersecurity team. This role is responsible for helping secure enterprise cloud environments across Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform), and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
The ideal candidate will work closely with cloud engineering, application, and network teams to identify security risks, improve cloud security controls, and support the organization's overall cloud security strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Support the security of cloud environments across multiple cloud providers.
Help manage and operate Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tooling to identify and remediate security risks.
Review cloud configurations and architectures to ensure security best practices are followed.
Work with engineering teams to address security findings and reduce risk.
Support security for cloud-hosted applications, platforms, and container environments.
Assist with securing container platforms and orchestration technologies.
Support cloud network security and secure access solutions, including SASE-related controls.
Investigate cloud security alerts and incidents and coordinate remediation efforts.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of cloud security standards and policies.
Assist with security reviews for AI and emerging cloud technologies.
Help automate security processes and improve visibility across cloud environments.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on cloud security or cloud platforms.
Experience working with one or more major cloud providers (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Oracle Cloud).
Familiarity with cloud security tools, including CSPM solutions.
General understanding of cloud identity, networking, and security best practices.
Experience supporting application, container, or platform security in cloud environments.
Experience participating in security investigations or incident response activities.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work across teams.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting multi-cloud environments.
Familiarity with container platforms and cloud-native architectures.
Experience using SIEM tools such as Splunk.
Interest or experience in securing AI or emerging cloud technologies.
location: New York, New York
job type: Contract
salary: $65 - 68 per hour
work hours: 9am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
Overview We are seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to join our cybersecurity team. This role is responsible for helping secure enterprise cloud environments across Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform), and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
The ideal candidate will work closely with cloud engineering, application, and network teams to identify security risks, improve cloud security controls, and support the organization's overall cloud security strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the security of cloud environments across multiple cloud providers.
- Help manage and operate Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tooling to identify and remediate security risks.
- Review cloud configurations and architectures to ensure security best practices are followed.
- Work with engineering teams to address security findings and reduce risk.
- Support security for cloud-hosted applications, platforms, and container environments.
- Assist with securing container platforms and orchestration technologies.
- Support cloud network security and secure access solutions, including SASE-related controls.
- Investigate cloud security alerts and incidents and coordinate remediation efforts.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of cloud security standards and policies.
- Assist with security reviews for AI and emerging cloud technologies.
- Help automate security processes and improve visibility across cloud environments.
qualifications:
Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on cloud security or cloud platforms.
Experience working with one or more major cloud providers (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Oracle Cloud).
Familiarity with cloud security tools, including CSPM solutions.
General understanding of cloud identity, networking, and security best practices.
Experience supporting application, container, or platform security in cloud environments.
Experience participating in security investigations or incident response activities.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work across teams.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting multi-cloud environments.
Familiarity with container platforms and cloud-native architectures.
Experience using SIEM tools such as Splunk.
Interest or experience in securing AI or emerging cloud technologies.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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