Cloud Security Engineer
Himanshu SharmaUnited StatesMIDPosted 11d ago
AzureAWSGoogle CloudCloud security architectureIAMfederationMFAprivileged accessworkload identitiesCloud-native security toolsposture managementthreat detectionSaaS securitythird-party integrationsdata protectionTerraformPythonPowerShellAI/MLLLMsCloud networkingZero Trustgovernancecompliance
About the Role
We are seeking a Cloud Security Engineer for a 6+ month contract position in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This role requires local candidates within 30 miles and involves hands-on experience with major cloud platforms.
Key Responsibilities
• Design and implement cloud security architecture and landing zones
• Configure security guardrails, IAM policies, and MFA solutions
• Implement cloud-native security tools for posture management and threat detection
• Develop security automation using Terraform, Python, or PowerShell
• Apply AI/ML and LLMs to security operations
• Ensure compliance with governance policies and security standards
Requirements
• 5+ years of Cloud Security or Cloud Engineering experience
• Hands-on experience with Azure, AWS, and/or Google Cloud in multi-cloud environments
• Strong understanding of cloud security architecture, landing zones, and security guardrails
• Experience with IAM, federation, MFA, privileged access, and workload identities
• Knowledge of cloud-native security tools, posture management, and threat detection
• Experience with SaaS security, third-party integrations, and data protection
• Proficiency in Terraform, Python, or PowerShell for security automation
• Experience applying AI/ML or LLMs to security operations
• Understanding of cloud networking, Zero Trust architecture, governance, and compliance
Preferred Certifications: CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, AZ-50