Cloud Security Engineer
Location: Atlanta, GA
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Cloud Security Engineer to join our team in Atlanta, GA. This hybrid role requires a professionalwith hands-on expertise in Azure Cloud infrastructure, cloud security solutions, and compliance frameworks. The Cloud Security Engineer will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and securing enterprise cloud environments while serving as a technical expert on key projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Cloud Infrastructure Design & Deployment:
- Create and deploy cloud infrastructure designs using industry best practices while considering cost, performance, and security.
- Implement regulatory frameworks such as SOCII and ISO to ensure compliance.
- Build automation solutions using scripts and serverless functions to enhance cloud efficiency.
Technical Leadership:
- Act as the technical expert in designing and implementing cloud security policies.
- Collaborate with project managers and IT teams to ensure cloud integrations meet security and performance standards.
- Provide recommendations for cloud-based solutions to address evolving organizational needs.
Monitoring & Troubleshooting:
- Develop dashboards to monitor cloud solutions for availability and performance.
- Troubleshoot cloud networking and security issues, ensuring a stable and secure environment.
- Conduct regular audits of cloud infrastructure to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations.
Disaster Recovery & Continuity:
- Develop and maintain site recovery and backup solutions to ensure availability and business continuity.
- Update and deploy new cloud features to stay current with Azure advancements.
Must-Haves:
- 3+ years of experience in Azure Cloud Architect, Engineer, or DevOps roles.
- Strong experience designing and managing cloud security solutions using Azure Sentinel and Defender for Cloud.
- Expertise with Azure Resource Manager, Active Directory, Virtual Machines, Azure Storage, and Networking tools (e.g., Virtual Firewalls, Network Security Groups, Gateways).
- Proven experience implementing cloud compliance frameworks such as SOCII.
Skills & Knowledge:
- Strong understanding of Azure cloud-based architectures and enterprise security solutions.
- Hands-on experience deploying and maintaining Azure cloud infrastructure in hybrid environments.
- Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills, including creating architecture diagrams and technical specifications.
- Proven ability to collaborate in team environments and deliver results under tight deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Microsoft Certifications:
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert – Azure
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate – Cloud Platform or Infrastructure
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
- Experience working in Agile project management methodologies.
- Familiarity with automation tools and frameworks for cloud deployments.
Work Environment:
- Hybrid work setup with 1-2 days onsite and 3-4 days remote.
- Professional and collaborative environment requiring interaction across technical teams, project stakeholders, and external vendors.
ADA Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.