Senior Cloud Platform Security Engineer (Remote - US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Cloud Platform Security Engineer in the United States.

We are seeking a talented Senior Cloud Platform Security Engineer to strengthen and scale security across cloud-native applications and infrastructure. In this role, you will design, build, and optimize security controls for multi-cloud and Kubernetes environments, ensuring consistent protection across all stages of the software lifecycle. You’ll collaborate with engineering teams to embed security best practices into CI/CD processes, drive automation, and enhance threat detection capabilities. This position offers the opportunity to innovate, mentor, and directly influence enterprise-level cloud security strategy within a forward-thinking technology environment.

Accountabilities:

• Design, build, and evolve preventive security systems, including real-time feedback loops, WAF/Bot controls, and IAM automation at scale.
• Implement and enforce cloud and container hardening measures across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.
• Develop and operate advanced threat detection and response mechanisms for cloud-native workloads.
• Integrate automated scanning tools into CI/CD pipelines and develop Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions for consistent and scalable security.
• Collaborate with product development teams to guide secure coding practices and risk remediation strategies.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement in cloud and platform security processes.
• Support the automation of security tasks to streamline operations and incident response.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of hands-on experience in cloud security engineering, particularly in securing AWS or other major cloud platforms.
• Strong scripting or IaC skills using Python, PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Experience implementing and securing CI/CD pipelines, containerized applications, and Kubernetes clusters.
• Working knowledge of cloud-native security tools such as GuardDuty, Security Hub, Wiz, Datadog, Prisma Cloud, or equivalent.
• Experience with CDN and WAF technologies such as Akamai, Cloudflare, or AWS CloudFront.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and leadership teams.
• Familiarity with zero trust principles, cloud IAM, and security automation frameworks.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to mentor others effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, disability, and supplementary coverage.
• Mental health support, including virtual and in-person counseling.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal leave.
• On-site or reimbursed fitness memberships and wellness programs.
• Inclusive company culture with access to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee groups.
• Complimentary refreshments and healthy snacks at select office locations.

Our Hiring Process at Jobgether:

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the three candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias, focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!