Cloud Security Engineer

Job Description

Cloud Security Engineer

Location: Atlanta, GA

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Cloud Security Engineer to join our team in Atlanta, GA. This hybrid role requires a professionalwith hands-on expertise in Azure Cloud infrastructure, cloud security solutions, and compliance frameworks. The Cloud Security Engineer will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and securing enterprise cloud environments while serving as a technical expert on key projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Cloud Infrastructure Design & Deployment:

Create and deploy cloud infrastructure designs using industry best practices while considering cost, performance, and security.

Implement regulatory frameworks such as SOCII and ISO to ensure compliance.

Build automation solutions using scripts and serverless functions to enhance cloud efficiency.

Technical Leadership:

Act as the technical expert in designing and implementing cloud security policies.

Collaborate with project managers and IT teams to ensure cloud integrations meet security and performance standards.

Provide recommendations for cloud-based solutions to address evolving organizational needs.

Monitoring & Troubleshooting:

Develop dashboards to monitor cloud solutions for availability and performance.

Troubleshoot cloud networking and security issues, ensuring a stable and secure environment.

Conduct regular audits of cloud infrastructure to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations.

Disaster Recovery & Continuity:

Develop and maintain site recovery and backup solutions to ensure availability and business continuity.

Update and deploy new cloud features to stay current with Azure advancements.

Must-Haves:

3+ years of experience in Azure Cloud Architect, Engineer, or DevOps roles.

Strong experience designing and managing cloud security solutions using Azure Sentinel and Defender for Cloud.

Expertise with Azure Resource Manager, Active Directory, Virtual Machines, Azure Storage, and Networking tools (e.g., Virtual Firewalls, Network Security Groups, Gateways).

Proven experience implementing cloud compliance frameworks such as SOCII.

Skills & Knowledge:

Strong understanding of Azure cloud-based architectures and enterprise security solutions.

Hands-on experience deploying and maintaining Azure cloud infrastructure in hybrid environments.

Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Strong organizational and documentation skills, including creating architecture diagrams and technical specifications.

Proven ability to collaborate in team environments and deliver results under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

Microsoft Certifications:

Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert Azure

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate Cloud Platform or Infrastructure

Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).

Experience working in Agile project management methodologies.

Familiarity with automation tools and frameworks for cloud deployments.

Work Environment:

Hybrid work setup with 1-2 days onsite and 3-4 days remote.

Professional and collaborative environment requiring interaction across technical teams, project stakeholders, and external vendors.

ADA Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Full-time

Hybrid remote