Addison Group
Cloud Application Security Engineer
Addison Group, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Position: Cloud Application Security Engineer
Location: Remote (East Coast)
Availability: To Start:As soon as possible
Are you looking for a growth opportunity for a reputable company with a positive work environment? Our client is looking for a Cloud Application Security Engineer to join their team. Please contact us today to discuss this opportunity
Responsibilities:
Cloud Security Strategy:
Develop and implement comprehensive cloud security strategies aligned with business objectives.
Assess current security practices, provide recommendations for, and implement improvements
AWS (Amazon Web Services) Expertise:
Lead the migration to a new architecture on AWS, en [MW2]
[SC3] suring optimal security configurations.
Demonstrate subject matter expertise on AWS services, emphasizing security best practices.
Containerization and Orchestration:
Design and implement secure containerization strategies using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.
Ensure the security of containerized applications throughout the development and deployment lifecycle.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
Utilize Terraform to define and provision infrastructure as code, ensuring security controls are embedded in the deployment process.
Implement automated security checks within the IaC pipeline.
Security Controls Implementation:
Implement and manage security controls, encryption, and identity management within AWS environments.
Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.
Collaboration and Communication:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, operations, and DevOps, to integrate security seamlessly into the development lifecycle.
Communicate security requirements and best practices effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Incident Response and Monitoring:
Develop and implement incident response plans for cloud environments.
Establish and maintain effective monitoring and alerting systems for timely detection and response to security incidents.
Identify gaps in our security posture and prioritize remediation efforts
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
AWS certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional, AWS Certified Security Specialty.
CISSP, CCSP, OSCP, GIAC, or related security certifications preferred.
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) preferred. [JC5]
Knowledge of IL5, FedRAMP, and government cloud security standards preferred.
Proven experience as a Cloud Security Architect in a similar capacity.
Extensive expertise in AWS, including hands-on experience with AWS security services.
Strong knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.
Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform.
Experience implementing security controls, encryption, and identity management in cloud environments.
Familiarity with DevOps principles and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.
Excellent communication (written & verbal) and collaboration skills.
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Location: Remote (East Coast)
Availability: To Start:As soon as possible
Are you looking for a growth opportunity for a reputable company with a positive work environment? Our client is looking for a Cloud Application Security Engineer to join their team. Please contact us today to discuss this opportunity
Responsibilities:
Cloud Security Strategy:
Develop and implement comprehensive cloud security strategies aligned with business objectives.
Assess current security practices, provide recommendations for, and implement improvements
AWS (Amazon Web Services) Expertise:
Lead the migration to a new architecture on AWS, en [MW2]
[SC3] suring optimal security configurations.
Demonstrate subject matter expertise on AWS services, emphasizing security best practices.
Containerization and Orchestration:
Design and implement secure containerization strategies using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.
Ensure the security of containerized applications throughout the development and deployment lifecycle.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
Utilize Terraform to define and provision infrastructure as code, ensuring security controls are embedded in the deployment process.
Implement automated security checks within the IaC pipeline.
Security Controls Implementation:
Implement and manage security controls, encryption, and identity management within AWS environments.
Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.
Collaboration and Communication:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, operations, and DevOps, to integrate security seamlessly into the development lifecycle.
Communicate security requirements and best practices effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Incident Response and Monitoring:
Develop and implement incident response plans for cloud environments.
Establish and maintain effective monitoring and alerting systems for timely detection and response to security incidents.
Identify gaps in our security posture and prioritize remediation efforts
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
AWS certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional, AWS Certified Security Specialty.
CISSP, CCSP, OSCP, GIAC, or related security certifications preferred.
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) preferred. [JC5]
Knowledge of IL5, FedRAMP, and government cloud security standards preferred.
Proven experience as a Cloud Security Architect in a similar capacity.
Extensive expertise in AWS, including hands-on experience with AWS security services.
Strong knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.
Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform.
Experience implementing security controls, encryption, and identity management in cloud environments.
Familiarity with DevOps principles and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.
Excellent communication (written & verbal) and collaboration skills.
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