Cloud Security Engineer

Vanguard

. Design, implement, deploy, and maintain AWS cloud security solutions, controls, and security platforms .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in AWS Cloud Security, including the design and implementation of security solutions, incident response, and compliance with security frameworks. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud security processes and operational efficiency.

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AWS Cloud Security FrameworksAWS IAM PoliciesCloud Security MonitoringDevSecOps PracticesAutomation Tools

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Hard Skills

AWS Cloud Security SolutionsSecurity Best PracticesIncident ResponseLog AnalysisVulnerability AssessmentPython ScriptingCloudFormationTerraformCSPM SolutionsCIEM Solutions

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Monitoring ToolsAlerting SystemsSecurity ApplicationsAWS ServicesRegoJSONYAML

Industry Keywords

Access GovernancePrivileged Access ManagementCloud-Native Security ControlsRisk AssessmentThreat Detection

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, deploy, and maintain AWS cloud security solutions, controls, and security platforms
Support and monitor cloud security technologies using monitoring tools, alerting systems, and security applications
Investigate, troubleshoot, resolve, or escalate AWS Cloud Security and AWS IAM incidents and security events
Develop and maintain cloud security standards, controls, testing procedures, log analysis processes, and vulnerability assessment methodologies
Perform security reviews, risk assessments, and remediation activities
Monitor access logs, audit trails, and security events for suspicious or unauthorized activity
Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, DevOps, and application development teams on secure cloud solutions
Support IAM initiatives including access controls, RBAC, least-privilege principles, and cloud identity governance
Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, security standards, and knowledge base articles
Participate in security-focused projects and cloud modernization initiatives
Improve cloud security processes, automation, operational efficiency, and risk reduction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of three years related work experience
Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience
Strong knowledge of AWS cloud security frameworks, security best practices, governance models, and compliance requirements
Proficiency with AWS cloud platforms, AWS services, IAM policies, roles, permissions, and AWS API actions
Hands-on AWS security configuration experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex AWS Cloud Security and AWS IAM issues
Experience with cloud security monitoring, security event investigation, log analysis, and incident response processes
Experience with automation tools and scripting languages such as Python, JSON, YAML, and Rego
Hands-on experience with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD technologies including CloudFormation and Terraform
Experience with CSPM and CIEM solutions such as Wiz
Knowledge of identity security, access governance, privileged access management, and cloud-native security controls
Familiarity with vulnerability management, risk assessment, threat detection, and security compliance programs
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and communicate security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
No visa sponsorship offered; candidates must not require sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working model with enhanced flexibility
In-person learning, collaboration, and connection
Opportunities to learn and develop skills as individuals and as a team