Intermediate Cloud Security Engineer at Boardroom Appointments

Overview

• We are seeking an Intermediate Cloud Security Engineer to join our team and strengthen our cloud security posture. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in AWS security services, with a focus on native firewalls, Web Application Firewalls (WAF), DDoS mitigation, and authentication mechanisms. This role requires hands-on experience in large enterprise environments, and driving automation within the security cluster, particularly in AWS.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage cloud-native security controls within AWS.
• Configure and maintain firewalls, WAFs, and DDoS protection to safeguard applications and infrastructure.
• Develop and enforce authentication and access management policies across cloud environments.
• Collaborate with enterprise teams to automate security processes, ensuring scalability and compliance.
• Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents in cloud environments.
• Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.
• Provide technical guidance to development and operations teams on secure cloud practices.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with AWS security services.
• Expertise in native firewalls, WAF configuration, and DDoS mitigation strategies.
• Solid understanding of authentication protocols and identity management.
• Proven track record of working in large enterprise environments, with a focus on automation in cloud security.
• Familiarity with cloud-native security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS benchmarks).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Relevant cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, CISSP, CISM) will be advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and detail-oriented with a passion for cloud security.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate across technical and business teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, enterprise-scale environment.