Senior Cloud Security Engineer (AWS, GCP, Kubernetes)

TL;DR

Senior Cloud Security Engineer (AWS, GCP, Kubernetes): Designing and implementing secure cloud architectures and controls across AWS, GCP, and Kubernetes environments with an accent on vulnerability management, threat modeling, and incident response. Focus on securing IaC deployments, developing automation for security workflows, and continually assessing cloud security posture.

Location: Hybrid in Chicago, United States. Must be based in the United States.

Salary: $128,842–$232,200/year (OTE up to $258,000/year).

Company

hirify.global is a leading customer engagement platform leveraging AI to empower brands to deliver personalized customer experiences.

What you will do

• Design secure cloud architectures and develop scalable security controls with Infrastructure, SRE, and Product Engineering teams.
• Implement and improve end-to-end cloud security controls across AWS, GCP, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Lead and enhance vulnerability management workflows for cloud assets.
• Manage and optimize security tooling like CrowdStrike, cloud-native security services, and SIEM detection rules.
• Perform threat modeling for new cloud technologies and contribute to incident response and cloud forensics.
• Secure and support Infrastructure-as-Code deployments, owning IaC and CI/CD automation pipelines.
• Develop automation using Python and SOAR platforms to improve detection, response, and remediation.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Cloud Security, Infrastructure Security, or DevSecOps in a product-focused company.
• Expert-level skills in modern enterprise networking and AWS security (IAM, control plane, network controls).
• Strong understanding of GCP security and significant experience with self-managed Kubernetes.
• Hands-on experience with CrowdStrike, Tenable, and native cloud CSPM/CWPP tooling.
• Proven track record as an incident responder in cloud environments.
• Strong Python skills for automation and SOAR workflows.

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience securing large-scale, high-throughput distributed systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in cloud forensics, including investigations across AWS or GCP.
• Experience managing enterprise-scale CSPM programs or building automated remediation systems.
• Prior experience in the SaaS space.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including equity and Employee Stock Purchase Plans.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• Family services including fertility benefits and equal paid parental leave.
• Professional development supported by career pathing, learning platforms, and a yearly stipend.
• Opportunities to give back to the community and Employee Resource Groups.
• Collaborative, transparent, and fun culture, recognized as a Great Place to Work®.