Security Engineer – Cloud Security Controls

PNC

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

Posted 9/17/2026full-timePittsburgh • Alabama • United 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 automating security controls for AWS and Azure cloud environments, ensuring compliance with security best practices. Proficient in scripting and cloud security assessments, with strong project leadership and communication skills.

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AWS Cloud ServicesAzure Cloud ServicesSecurity Control ImplementationScripting Languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash)Cloud Security Best Practices

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Hard Skills

Security Gap AnalysisCloud Workload ComplianceCI/CD AutomationSQL or SQL-Type Query LanguagesSecurity Control Effectiveness Testing

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationProcess OrientedDetail OrientedProject Leadership

Tools & Technologies

CSPM ToolsGitInfrastructure as Code

Industry Keywords

Cloud SecurityEnterprise EnvironmentOperational Security RequirementsAgile PlanningProduction Engineering Support

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
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 to ensure alignment with operational security requirements before production
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 production deployment
Work with Cloud Architects, SOC, Cloud Product, and Infrastructure as Code teams
Participate in agile planning sessions and future roadmap planning
Mentor and guide junior team members
Provide subject matter expertise and design, build, maintain, and implement technology solutions
Determine implementation and integration details from high-level architectural designs
Evaluate patches, updates, maintenance, and impacts of new standards
Develop implementation, configuration, design, engineering, and operational documentation
Support transition to operations and provide production engineering support

Requirements

What you’ll need

University/college degree typically required; Bachelor's education listed
5+ years of industry-relevant experience typically required
Comparable combination of education, job-specific certifications, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
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
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
Expertise in SQL or SQL-type query languages
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Process and detail oriented
Demonstrated project leadership
Ability to address security controls at scale across multiple cloud service providers
Must be willing to work in an office
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, unless otherwise required by law
15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level
Inclusive and accessible workplace
Reasonable accommodations for applicants and qualified individuals with disabilities