AWS Security Engineer
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Job Summary
Overview
We are seeking an experienced AWS Security Engineer to ensure the security integrity and compliance of cloud infrastructure and applications hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS). The engineer will design implement and maintain security controls conduct assessments monitor cloud environments and lead incident response activities. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to embed security best practices and enhance the organizations overall cloud security posture.
Design implement and manage AWS cloud security controls including IAM VPC security S3 policies KMS GuardDuty CloudTrail and Security Hub.
Conduct vulnerability assessments penetration testing and risk analyses; recommend and implement mitigation strategies.
Monitor cloud environments investigate security events and support incident response and digital forensics.
Automate security processes and integrate security tooling into CI/CD pipelines.
Develop and maintain cloud security policies procedures standards and technical documentation.
Provide training and guidance to engineering teams on secure coding practices and AWS security standards.
Lead cloud security initiatives roadmap activities and ensure alignment with compliance frameworks such as NIST ISO 27001 ITIL COBIT and others.
Collaborate with IT engineering DevOps and third-party vendors to ensure secure system design deployment and operations.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Security or related fieldor equivalent professional experience.
3 years of hands-on AWS security engineering experience with in-depth knowledge of:
IAM
VPC security
KMS
GuardDuty
CloudTrail
Security Hub
S3 security controls
AWS Security Specialty or AWS Solutions Architect certifications (preferred).
Strong understanding of cloud security principle including network segmentation IAM governance encryption monitoring and logging.
Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python PowerShell or similar languages.
Experience with vulnerability management incident response and performing security assessments.
Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as PCI GDPR GLBA CMMC and other regulatory standards.
Understanding of secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) API security and code review practices.
Strong analytical problem-solving communication and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently lead initiatives and mentor team members when needed.
Required Skills:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Security or related field or equivalent professional experience. 3 years of hands-on AWS security engineering experience with in-depth knowledge of: IAM VPC security KMS GuardDuty CloudTrail Security Hub S3 security controls AWS Security Specialty or AWS Solutions Architect certifications (preferred). Strong understanding of cloud security principle including network segmentation IAM governance encryption monitoring and logging. Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python PowerShell or similar languages. Experience with vulnerability management incident response and performing security assessments. Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as PCI GDPR GLBA CMMC and other regulatory standards. Understanding of secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) API security and code review practices. Strong analytical problem-solving communication and documentation skills. Ability to work independently lead initiatives and mentor team members when needed.
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Splunk
- IDS
- Network security
- Computer Networking
- Identity & Access Management
- PKI
- PCI
- NIST Standards
- Security System Experience
- Information Security
- Encryption
- Siem
