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Kforce Inc ยท 8 hours ago

Cloud Information Security Engineer

Kforce Inc is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer responsible for ensuring the secure operation of cloud infrastructure, platforms, and applications. The ideal candidate will design and implement security strategies across cloud-based and hybrid environments, proactively mitigate threats, and support compliance initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain secure cloud environments across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS platforms
Lead proactive security controls to prevent external threats and provide leadership updates on advanced security risks
Monitor and respond to cloud security incidents; Perform digital forensics and root cause analysis
Develop and enforce cloud security standards in collaboration with Engineering and Application Development teams
Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning for cloud environments
Conduct audits and deliver metrics to measure and improve security posture
Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices
Participate in incident response activities and other security-related duties as assigned

Qualification

Cloud architectureCloud security technologiesCompliance standardsCybersecurity experienceIndustry certificationsCommunication skillsProblem-solving abilitiesLeadership abilities

Required

5+ years of Cybersecurity experience, including 3+ years in cloud architecture and operations (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Strong knowledge of cloud security technologies: IAM, encryption, PKI, threat detection, CI/CD, and automation
Experience with Cloud Security Posture Management and SaaS security frameworks
Familiarity with compliance standards (PCI, GDPR, NIST, ISO27000)
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; ability to influence stakeholders
Strong problem-solving and leadership abilities; adept at managing multiple priorities

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
Industry certifications such as CCSK, CCSP, CISSP, or equivalent
Experience writing formal security assessments and reports
Background in data protection, privacy management, and incident response

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision insurance
HSA
FSA
401(k)
Life, disability & ADD insurance

Company

Kforce Inc

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Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services.

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2024-05-20IPO
2014-06-08Acquired

Leadership Team

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Aaron Travis
Digital Experience Delivery Director | Kforce Consulting Solutions
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