Stride, Inc. · 5 months ago
Cloud Security Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$66K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expStride, Inc. is a company focused on secure cloud infrastructure, and they are seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain secure cloud systems on AWS. The role involves developing security automation solutions, integrating security tools, and managing cloud infrastructure while ensuring operational excellence and compliance.
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Responsibilities
Design and develop custom automation solutions for security processes using Python, Go, or PowerShell
Create automated workflows for vulnerability management, compliance checking, and incident response
Build serverless automation solutions using AWS Lambda, Step Functions, and EventBridge
Develop custom scripts and tools to automate repetitive security tasks and processes
Design and implement integrations between security tools (SIEM, vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection, etc.)
Create API integrations and data pipelines between security platforms and AWS services
Develop custom connectors and webhooks for security tool orchestration
Implement single sign-on (SSO) and identity federation across security platforms
Design, deploy, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
Manage and optimize AWS services including EC2, VPC, RDS, S3, Lambda, and container services
Perform system administration tasks, performance tuning, and capacity planning
Troubleshoot infrastructure issues and provide technical support for cloud environments
Implement automated security monitoring using AWS CloudWatch, GuardDuty, and Security Hub
Develop automated incident response playbooks and orchestration workflows
Create custom alerting and notification systems for security events
Build automated remediation solutions for common security findings and vulnerabilities
Design secure cloud architectures and implement security best practices across AWS services
Implement and maintain security controls including IAM policies, Security Groups, and encryption
Conduct security assessments and implement automated compliance checking
Develop and maintain security standards and documentation for cloud infrastructure
Qualification
Required
Five (5) years' experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure automation, or security engineering with at least 3+ years focused on AWS cloud environments and security automation
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
On-call availability for critical security incidents and infrastructure issues
Ability to travel 10% of the time
Ability to clear required background check
Strong experience with AWS services including EC2, VPC, RDS, S3, Lambda, ECS/EKS, CloudFormation, and Systems Manager
Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS CDK)
Experience with Linux and Windows system administration and troubleshooting
Knowledge of networking concepts including VPCs, subnets, routing, load balancing, and DNS
Experience with monitoring and logging solutions (CloudWatch, CloudTrail, AWS Config)
Advanced programming skills in Python, Go, PowerShell, or similar languages for automation development
Experience building serverless automation solutions using AWS Lambda, Step Functions, and EventBridge
Strong API development and integration skills (REST, GraphQL, webhooks)
Experience with automation frameworks and orchestration tools
Knowledge of version control systems (Git) and collaborative development practices
Experience integrating security tools through APIs, webhooks, and custom connectors
Knowledge of SIEM platforms (Splunk, Elastic, AWS Security Hub) and their integration capabilities
Experience with vulnerability management tools and automated scanning solutions
Familiarity with endpoint protection platforms and their management interfaces
Understanding of identity and access management systems and SSO integration
Deep understanding of AWS security services (IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, Config, CloudTrail, WAF, KMS)
Experience with AWS security best practices and Well-Architected Framework security pillar
Knowledge of AWS compliance and governance tools (Organizations, Control Tower, Config Rules)
Experience with secrets management (AWS Secrets Manager, Parameter Store, HashiCorp Vault)
Understanding of security frameworks (NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls, OWASP)
Knowledge of regulatory requirements (SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR) and automated compliance
Experience with vulnerability management and patch management processes
Understanding of incident response procedures and automation opportunities
Knowledge of threat modeling and risk assessment methodologies
Experience with container technologies (Docker, ECS, EKS) and their security implications
Understanding of network security concepts (firewalls, VPNs, encryption, PKI)
Familiarity with data classification and data loss prevention concepts
Experience with backup and disaster recovery planning and automation
Team collaboration experience and ability to work across multiple technical teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex automation challenges
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder interaction
Ability to translate business requirements into technical automation solutions
Experience mentoring others on security automation and best practices
One or more certifications including AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate/Professional, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, CISSP, Security+, or similar security certification
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cloud computing, or related field
Benefits
Health benefits
Retirement contributions
Paid time off
Company
Stride, Inc.
At Stride, we believe learning should fit you—your goals, your life, your future. Education isn’t one-size-fits-all, and we’re here to change the game.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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$20M2011-04-01Post Ipo Equity
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2003-04-03Series Unknown· $20M
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