Security Engineer – Cloud Security Controls

PNC

. Build and test security controls for Azure resources and AWS services .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $91,000 - $185,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in implementing and validating security controls for Azure and AWS cloud environments, with a strong focus on compliance and operational security. Proficient in scripting and automation within CI/CD processes to enhance security posture and support cloud workloads.

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AWS Cloud ServicesAzure Cloud ServicesSecurity Control ImplementationScripting Languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash)CSPM Tools

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Hard Skills

Security Gap AnalysisCloud Security Best PracticesSecurity Control TestingSQL or SQL-Type Query LanguagesAutomation and OrchestrationDocumentation DevelopmentChange Control ProcessesAgile MethodologiesInfrastructure as CodeProject Leadership

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationProcess OrientedDetail OrientedMentoring

Tools & Technologies

GitCI/CD ToolsCSPM ToolsCloud Security SolutionsCloud Workloads

Industry Keywords

Cloud SecurityEnterprise EnvironmentOperational SecurityPublic Cloud WorkloadsSecurity Posture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and test security controls for Azure resources and AWS services
Validate security control effectiveness and promote controls to production workloads
Work within an agile team and participate proactively in planning sessions
Engineer and configure CSPM tools to analyze and assess cloud workloads for compliance in a CI/CD environment
Assess, implement, automate, and document security solutions and processes for Microsoft Azure and AWS
Analyze workloads for alignment with operational security requirements before production deployment
Refine backlog tickets and define priority and sizing with the Cloud Security Product Owner
Automate and orchestrate cloud software deployment through CI/CD to integrate enterprise security standards, policies, configurations, and architectures
Assist DevOps team members with security development and operationalization
Ensure the security posture of applications seeking deployment into production
Work with architecture to determine implementation, sizing, integration, onboarding, and operationalization details
Evaluate patches, updates, maintenance, and impacts of new standards on existing solutions
Use change control and governance processes
Develop implementation, configuration, design, engineering, and supportability documentation
Build and implement solutions
Enable transition to operational partners and day-to-day support
Provide engineering support for production technology
Mentor junior team members and participate in roadmap planning
Collaborate with Cloud Architects, SOC, Cloud Product, Infrastructure as Code, DevOps, and operational teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

University/college degree typically required, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience
In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job-specific certification(s), and experience, including military service, may be considered
Bachelor's education listed
Deep experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud services in an enterprise environment
Thorough understanding of cloud security best practices
Experience performing security gap analysis on cloud services or cloud infrastructure
Experience implementing security controls for public cloud workloads in Azure and AWS
Experience creating innovative security solutions balancing security with corporate priorities
Proficiency in one or more scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash
Expertise with Git, including branching workflows
Experience testing security controls for effectiveness
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Process and detail oriented
Demonstrated project leadership guiding large team initiatives
Ability to address security controls at scale across multiple cloud service providers
Expertise in SQL or SQL-type query languages
Familiarity with or willingness to develop expertise in CSPM tools
No required certifications
No required licenses
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/prescription drug coverage with a Health Savings Account feature
Dental and vision options
Employee and spouse/child life insurance
Short- and long-term disability protection
401(k) with PNC match
Pension plan
Stock purchase plan
Dependent care reimbursement account
Back-up child/elder care
Adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
Educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
Robust wellness program with financial incentives
Maternity and/or parental leave
Up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year
15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level
Incentive eligibility based on company, business and/or individual performance
Remote work may be available in select geographic locations, subject to approval