Sr. Security Engineer (Cloud Security)

TL;DR

Sr. Security Engineer (Cloud Security): Responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing security controls across cloud environments with an accent on building scalable security automation and enforcing policy-as-code. Focus on strengthening identity and access practices, and enabling secure-by-default cloud operations.

Location: Hybrid/On-site in Hyderabad

Company

hirify.global is the global leader in AI-powered customer experience assurance, committed to eradicating bad CX.

What you will do

• Design secure-by-default cloud architectures and integrations.
• Design and review cloud IAM strategies.
• Lock down storage buckets, network security groups, load balancers, databases, and managed services to prevent accidental exposure.
• Secure the software supply chain by reviewing pipeline permissions, secrets handling, and artifact signing.
• Conduct threat modeling sessions with architects to identify structural risks and define security requirements for new features.
• Manage the intake of alerts from CSPM, SIEM, and cloud-native tools, distinguishing real threats from operational noise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in information security, with a demonstrated focus on Cloud Security Architecture, Engineering, and Posture Management.
• In-depth knowledge of CIS Benchmarks, Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) CCM, and NIST 800-53 as they apply to cloud environments.
• Extensive experience with CSPM and CNAPP tools.
• Deep expertise in AWS security services and experience securing Kubernetes (EKS) and serverless architectures.
• Proven experience implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) security scans and Policy-as-Code to enforce security guardrails.

Nice to have

• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, ISC2 CCSP, CSA CCSK, or CISSP are highly desirable.
• Knowledge and experience with development and implementation of security controls for AI/ML infrastructure, including securing data pipelines and LLM integrations.

Culture & Benefits

• Passionate about Delivering Excellence, innovating boldly, and maintaining integrity.
• Dedicated to fostering a workplace that embodies equal opportunity and champions diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).
• Committed to continuously evaluating and enhancing policies, practices, and culture to align with DEIB principles.