Staff Cloud Security Engineer

TL;DR

Staff Cloud Security Engineer (AWS): Designing, implementing, and managing the security of cloud infrastructure with an accent on identifying risks, developing solutions, and aligning with industry best practices. Focus on securing cloud environments, integrating security practices into CI/CD pipelines, and responding to security incidents.

Location: Remote

Salary: $190,000 – $220,000

Company

hirify.global provides large insurers with the software solutions they need to win in a modern, technology-driven world, powering claims processing with solutions from self-service claim filing to backend fraud detection.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and manage secure cloud environments using AWS services.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and controls for cloud resources, including IAM configurations.
• Create and maintain Terraform infrastructure-as-code modules to automate the secure deployment of cloud resources.
• Perform regular security audits, risk assessments, and vulnerability scans of cloud environments.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security best practices into CI/CD pipelines and application development.
• Monitor cloud environments for threats, anomalies, and vulnerabilities, responding to incidents as needed.

Requirements

• Experience in cloud security engineering or related roles, with a focus on AWS.
• Expertise in Terraform and infrastructure-as-code best practices.
• Strong knowledge of IAM policies, roles, and permission models in cloud environments.
• Proven track record of implementing security best practices in cloud environments, including network segmentation, encryption, and logging.
• Familiarity with compliance standards such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and/or HIPAA.
• Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell, Typescript).

Nice to have

• Relevant certifications, such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, CISSP, or GIAC Cloud Security Essentials (GCLD).
• Experience with security monitoring and incident response tools (e.g., AWS GuardDuty, Security Hub, Detective, WAF, CloudTrail, or SIEM solutions).
• Knowledge of Kubernetes security and containerization tools (e.g., EKS, Docker, Aqua Security).
• Experience with zero-trust architecture principles and implementation.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity package.
• Access to multiple medical plans with an HSA option and minimal out-of-pocket expenses.
• Uncapped vacation days and paid holidays.
• Maternity and paternity leave options.
• 401(k) contribution with hirify.global contributing 3% of your income.