Cloud Security Engineer (GCP)

TL;DR

Cloud Security Engineer (GCP/Kubernetes): Building and maturing the application security program to protect sensitive health information with an accent on cloud-native infrastructure and security automation. Focus on implementing shift-left security, refining IAM strategies, and developing automated vulnerability detection.

Location: Remote (USA). Must be based in the US. Hiring is excluded for candidates in AK, AR, DE, HI, ME, MS, NM, OK, SD, VT, and WI.

Salary: $145,491 – $187,900 + Equity

Company

hirify.global is a healthtech company on a mission to reverse metabolic disease in one billion people through personalized nutrition and virtual care delivery.

What you will do

• Assess and mature security controls within GCP and Kubernetes to enhance overall security posture.
• Partner with Engineering, Product, and Platform teams to integrate "shift-left" security best practices into the SDLC.
• Design and automate security tooling for streamlined vulnerability detection, remediation, and compliance.
• Evolve identity and access management (IAM) strategies to ensure least-privilege access and robust auditing.
• Improve network security architecture, policies, and controls within the cloud environment.
• Lead vulnerability management efforts and enhance incident response preparedness.

Requirements

• Practical experience securing cloud-native applications and infrastructure, particularly in Kubernetes environments (GCP strongly preferred).
• Strong grasp of networking concepts, IAM, encryption, and OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.
• Hands-on experience in application security, including threat modeling, secure coding, and security testing (SAST, DAST, IAST).
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform.
• Development experience with Go and Python.
• Must be based in the US (excluding AK, AR, DE, HI, ME, MS, NM, OK, SD, VT, WI).

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first company culture with office hubs available in Denver and San Francisco.
• Equity offerings as part of the compensation package.
• Values-driven environment emphasizing ownership, transparency, and evidence-based decision-making.
• Commitment to a people-first approach, prioritizing positive impact over busy work.