Staff Cloud Security Engineer

TL;DR

Staff Cloud Security Engineer (Cloud/Security): Collaborating with DevOps and architecture teams to implement security best practices and secure infrastructure with an accent on cloud security, Kubernetes protection, and automated security controls. Focus on designing resilient security architectures, ensuring compliance, and shifting security left within a high-scale environment.

Location: Must be based in the UK

Company

hirify.global is a leader in password and identity management, providing secure access and credential protection for millions of users and businesses worldwide.

What you will do

• Collaborate with DevOps, CI/CD, and architecture teams to embed security best practices into infrastructure.
• Assess, design, and implement security processes and controls to meet audit and compliance standards.
• Architect secure products and services, guiding teams to adopt security-by-design principles.
• Conduct proactive research to identify emerging threats and potential attack vectors.
• Secure containerized workloads and Kubernetes environments running on AWS.

Requirements

• Proven experience working with AWS and related security services (IAM, KMS, Secrets Manager, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (AWS CDK, CloudFormation, or Terraform).
• Experience securing containerized workloads and Kubernetes (AWS EKS, Docker).
• Strong understanding of network security fundamentals (TCP/IP, TLS, VPN).
• Fluency in English with excellent communication skills.
• Experience supporting engineering teams with shifting security left initiatives.

Nice to have

• AWS Certified Security Specialty or equivalent certification.
• Experience with GitOps, CSPM, KSPM, or Kubernetes admission control.
• Background in software supply chain security.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first culture with home office support and equipment stipend.
• Comprehensive health coverage including dependents.
• Flexible Paid Time Off including quarterly self-care days.
• Parental leave and employee well-being programs.
• Annual learning stipend for professional development.
• Free hirify.global Families account.