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Leidos

Cloud Security Engineer

Leidos

. Design, build and deploy cloud security capabilities protecting Leidos cloud-based systems, networks and information assets .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cloud security architecture and technologies, with a strong focus on Microsoft 365, Azure, and AWS platforms. Proven ability to implement and monitor enterprise cloud security solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture and operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Cloud Security ArchitectureMicrosoft 365 Security ServicesIdentity and Access ManagementEnterprise Cloud Security TechnologiesBaseline Security Clearance

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Hard Skills
Cyber SecurityCloud EngineeringInfrastructure EngineeringNetworking FundamentalsIdentity and Access ManagementCloud GovernanceInfrastructure as CodeScriptingAutomation ToolsMulti-Cloud Environments
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft DefenderSentinelEntra IDConditional AccessMFATerraformAnsiblePowerShellPython
Certifications & Qualifications
Azure Security EngineerCybersecurity ArchitectAWS Security SpecialtyCCSPCISSP
Industry Keywords
Cloud SecurityShared Responsibility ModelsSecure Network DesignThreat DetectionIncident Response

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AnsibleAWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDNSFirewallsGoogle Cloud PlatformPythonTCP/IPTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design, build and deploy cloud security capabilities protecting Leidos cloud-based systems, networks and information assets
  • Act as a technical Subject Matter Expert across cloud security services and technologies
  • Provide guidance on cloud security architectures, shared responsibility models and cloud provider security capabilities
  • Partner with global cloud engineering, infrastructure and cyber security teams to deliver secure and scalable solutions
  • Work with Microsoft 365, Azure and AWS platform teams to enhance security controls and capabilities
  • Support operational cloud security services to keep them effective, compliant and aligned to business needs
  • Collaborate with Security Operations and Incident Response teams on investigations, threat detection and remediation
  • Develop technical documentation including solution designs, implementation guides, standards and operational procedures
  • Identify opportunities to automate security processes and improve operational efficiency
  • Contribute to cloud security roadmaps and strategic initiatives strengthening Leidos' global cyber security posture

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Must be an Australian citizen
  • Must hold minimum a Baseline security clearance, with ability to obtain NV1 security clearance
  • 5+ years' experience in Cyber Security, Cloud Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering or a related technical discipline
  • Experience implementing, supporting and monitoring enterprise cloud security technologies across Azure, AWS or other major cloud platforms
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 security services, cloud-native security controls and shared responsibility models
  • Experience with identity and access management technologies including Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory and Okta
  • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls and secure network design
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID governance, Conditional Access and MFA advantageous
  • Knowledge of CASB, cloud governance, logging, monitoring and enterprise-scale cloud security architecture advantageous
  • Exposure to Infrastructure as Code, scripting or automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell or Python advantageous
  • Experience across multi-cloud environments including Azure, AWS or Google Cloud Platform advantageous
  • Relevant certifications such as Azure Security Engineer, Cybersecurity Architect, AWS Security Specialty, CCSP or CISSP highly regarded

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Life Days (up to 12 extra days off per year)
  • Part-time arrangements
  • Job sharing
  • Compressed hours
  • Free access to Headspace and MeQuilibrium
  • Dedicated wellness spaces
  • Access to over 120,000 on-demand courses
  • Technical, project management, leadership, and professional development opportunities
  • Unique growth opportunities
  • Investment in employee development