AWS Cloud Security Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Security Engineer to support our security team during a critical post-acquisition integration. This role is essential in bringing newly acquired cloud infrastructure under our security umbrella, with a strong focus on AWS environments. The ideal candidate is an independent, proactive professional with deep cloud security expertise and a passion for automation.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead cloud security integration efforts following a recent acquisition.

Configure and optimize AWS services including:

Web Application Firewall (WAF)

GuardDuty

CloudTrail

Lambda functions

Design, write, and configure custom AWS Lambda functions to support integration and security needs.

Implement and maintain SIEM tools, primarily Splunk, for monitoring and event management.

Develop automation scripts and tools using Python to streamline security operations.

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure security configurations align with business and compliance objectives.

Identify and mitigate integration risks with robust, scalable security solutions.

Qualified candidates should submit resumes to sally.lander@roberthalf.(com) .

Proven experience as a Cloud Security Engineer, with a strong focus on AWS.

Hands-on expertise with AWS security services: WAF, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, Lambda.

Proficiency in Splunk or similar SIEM platforms.

Strong Python scripting skills for automation and tooling.

Experience working independently in remote environments.

Familiarity with cloud integration best practices, especially in the context of M& A (mergers and acquisitions).

Fully remote