Cloud Security Engineer – part-time

True Zero Technologies, LLC

. Design, implement, and maintain security controls across AWS and Azure environments, with additional support for GCP.

Posted 11/4/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cloud security across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments, with a strong focus on implementing security controls, incident response, and vulnerability management. Proficient in deploying and managing enterprise security technologies while automating security operations for enhanced efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cloud Security ExpertiseAWS Security ServicesKubernetes SecurityScripting Automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash)Enterprise Security Platforms (CrowdStrike, Splunk, Rapid7)

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Hard Skills

Cloud SecurityCybersecurity EngineeringInfrastructure SecurityVulnerability AssessmentIncident ResponseContainer SecurityIdentity And Access Management (IAM)Network SecuritySecurity Configuration Best PracticesAutomation Scripting

Soft Skills

CollaborationTroubleshootingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

CrowdStrikeSplunkRapid7Red CanaryKubernetesDockerAWS BottlerocketTerraformCloudFormation

Certifications & Qualifications

AWS Certified Security – SpecialtyMicrosoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer AssociateCertified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS)CISSPCCSP

Industry Keywords

Cloud Security VulnerabilitiesZero Trust ArchitectureCloud-Native Application Protection Platforms (CNAPP)AI/ML SecuritySaaS Application Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesPythonSplunkTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and maintain security controls across AWS and Azure environments, with additional support for GCP.
Deploy, configure, optimize, and maintain CrowdStrike, Splunk, Rapid7, and Red Canary security technologies.
Investigate security alerts, analyze cloud infrastructure threats, support incident response activities, and develop remediation strategies.
Implement security controls for Kubernetes, Docker, and AWS Bottlerocket environments, including container hardening, vulnerability assessments, runtime protection, and secure deployment practices.
Identify, prioritize, and remediate cloud security vulnerabilities.
Automate repetitive security operations and develop scripts or workflows to improve security efficiency.
Partner with cloud architects, DevOps, infrastructure engineers, and security operations teams.
Support security assessments and continuously improve enterprise security posture.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of hands-on experience in cloud security, cybersecurity engineering, or infrastructure security, with demonstrated experience securing AWS and/or Microsoft Azure environments.
Strong knowledge of AWS and Azure security services, identity and access management (IAM), network security, logging, encryption, and cloud security configuration best practices.
Practical experience deploying, administering, integrating, or troubleshooting one or more enterprise security platforms, preferably CrowdStrike, Splunk, Rapid7, or Red Canary.
Working knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and container security concepts, including vulnerability scanning, workload protection, and secure container configuration.
Experience identifying and investigating security threats, analyzing vulnerabilities, implementing remediation measures, and supporting incident response within cloud or hybrid environments.
Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with scripting or automation using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or infrastructure-as-code technologies such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
Ability to support flexible working hours aligned with U.S time zones.
Availability for occasional evening, overnight, or weekend coverage as required by operational needs, security incidents, or project deliverables.
Ability to collaborate effectively with geographically distributed engineering and security operations teams.
Experience securing Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environments in addition to AWS and Azure, including cloud-native security services and cross-cloud security integrations (preferred).
Hands-on experience securing Kubernetes clusters, Docker workloads, and AWS Bottlerocket environments, including container runtime security and CI/CD security integrations (preferred).
Additional experience with identity security, AI/ML security, SaaS application security, Zero Trust architecture, or cloud-native application protection platforms (CNAPP) (preferred).
Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS), CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent cloud/security credentials (preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary, paid twice per month
Best in class medical coverage
100% of medical premiums covered by True Zero
Company wide new business incentive programs
Contribution Incentives (i.e. white papers, blog posts, internal webinars, etc.)
3 weeks of PTO starting + 11 Paid Holidays Annually
401k Program with 100% company match on the first 4%
Monthly reimbursement of Cell Phone and Home Internet costs
Paternity/Maternity Leave
Investment in training and certifications to broaden and deepen your technical skills