Senior Cloud Engineer – Governance

Delinea

. Develop, implement, monitor, and enforce cloud governance frameworks and policies .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $145,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cloud governance frameworks, identity and access management, and compliance standards while effectively managing cloud infrastructure and costs. Proficient in scripting and automation, with a strong ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse stakeholders.

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Cloud Governance FrameworksIdentity And Access Management (IAM)Scripting And Automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash)Cloud Cost ManagementCompliance Standards (GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC2, FedRAMP, NIST)

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Hard Skills

Cloud Platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)Infrastructure-As-Code (Terraform, Azure Resource Manager, CloudFormation)Zero Trust Security StrategiesSAML And OIDC AuthenticationJIT Privilege Elevation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeamwork And CollaborationAnalytical And Problem-Solving SkillsAbility To Prioritize Effectively

Tools & Technologies

Cloud Cost Management ToolsCI/CD PipelinesHardware Security Keys (YubiKeys)

Certifications & Qualifications

Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator ExpertAWS Certified Solutions ArchitectMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions ArchitectGoogle Cloud Professional Cloud Architect

Industry Keywords

Enterprise-Scale Entra EnvironmentCloud Resource ManagementSecurity Best PracticesCompliance Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, monitor, and enforce cloud governance frameworks and policies
Ensure cloud infrastructure adheres to security best practices and compliance standards
Conduct regular security assessments and audits
Implement and manage identity and access management policies
Manage and implement hardware security keys such as YubiKeys
Monitor cloud usage and costs and implement spending optimization strategies
Provide regular reports and insights on cloud costs and usage trends to senior leadership and Finance
Develop automated, seamless, and simple solutions to minimize repetitive manual operations
Collaborate with development and security teams to integrate cloud governance policies into workflows while minimizing restrictions
Provide communication, training, and guidance to development teams on new policies, procedures, and cloud resource management best practices
Develop CI/CD pipelines for deploying policies and other CSP management
Respond to and resolve cloud governance-related incidents and issues
Provide root cause analysis when necessary
Help ensure Delinea's identity security platform protects human and machine identities across on-premises, multi-cloud, and short-lived infrastructure

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud
Deep understanding and proven ability to effectively manage an Enterprise-scale Entra environment
Implementation of Zero Trust security strategies and proven ability to protect identities, endpoints, data, applications, and infrastructure
Proficiency in scripting and automation, including Python, PowerShell, and Bash
Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Azure Resource Manager templates, and/or CloudFormation Templates
Experience with large scale CSP account and vendor relationship management
Proven ability to align cloud environments with compliance standards such as GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC2, FedRAMP, and NIST
Expert in Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Strong understanding and experience with SAML and OIDC for authentication
Strong understanding and experience with JIT privilege elevation
Experience with cloud cost management tools and strategies and ability to analyze and report on cloud cost data
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
Relevant cloud certifications, such as Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
Previous experience in a similar role focusing on cloud governance
Candidates are required to complete a comprehensive criminal background check, verification of education, and verification of employment upon conditional offer
Ability to work in the U.S. Remote location

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity
Performance-based bonus plans or role-based incentive programs
Healthcare insurance
Pension/retirement matching
Comprehensive life insurance
Employee assistance program
Time off plans
Paid company holidays
Meaningful work
Culture of innovation
Great career progression