Job Description, Responsibilities & Requirements
About the Position
We are looking for a Lead Security Engineer - AWS Cloud to guide cloud security initiatives and collaborate closely with leadership teams.
This role is fully hands-on, requiring you to monitor, assess, and address security vulnerabilities while refining processes and improving security pipelines. Join us to lead impactful projects and ensure top-tier AWS security standards.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and respond to AWS Cloud security alerts identified by CrowdStrike SOC
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to correct security flaws and misconfigurations
- Resolve emerging security challenges promptly
- Compile weekly and monthly security metrics for leadership review
- Manage and enhance AWS Cloud Security procedures including integrations, playbooks, custom alerts, and associated documentation
- Prepare and provide evidence and records for annual audits
- Assess and prioritize application security weaknesses
- Evaluate and address Kubernetes security threats
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in cloud security or equivalent fields
- 1+ years of relevant leadership experience
- In-depth knowledge of AWS Cloud Security, including networking and core services
- Expert-level comprehension of AWS architecture and tools like IAM, VPC, Security Group, EC2, Lambda, ECR, ECS, S3, CloudTrail, ACM, DynamoDB, Redshift, and KMS
- Hands-on expertise in designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for security scans
- Proficiency with Terraform and GitHub for managing infrastructure
- Strong grasp of Kubernetes architecture, security measures, and Terraform-based deployment
- Knowledge of CrowdStrike products, Security Operation Center functions, and Snyk
- Familiarity with Codefresh, Argo CD, and PerimeterX
- Understanding of SUMO Logic and Okta Workforce Identity solutions
- Ability to detect security coverage gaps and develop remediation strategies
- Experience in investigating security incidents and creating comprehensive reports
- Proven capability to collaborate directly with clients and senior leadership independently
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- English proficiency at B2 level or higher for interacting with US-based client teams
Nice to Have
- Experience in application security
- Understanding of DNS configurations
- Proficiency in Python scripting
- Knowledge of Azure and GCP cloud security practices for alerting and remediation
- Background in Red Team security testing
We Offer
- Opportunity to work remotely in Mexico or Colombia
- Engaging role with a focus on cloud security
- Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
About the Company
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