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GDH · 10 hours ago

Cloud Cyber Security Engineer

GDH is seeking a Cloud Cyber Security Engineer to safeguard cloud infrastructures through innovative security solutions. The role involves designing secure cloud architectures, managing security controls, and conducting vulnerability assessments to protect critical digital assets in complex cloud environments.

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Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement secure cloud architectures aligned with industry best practices and compliance standards
Deploy and manage security controls within cloud platforms, including identity management, encryption, network segmentation, and security monitoring tools
Support cloud migration and modernization efforts, ensuring security considerations are embedded throughout all phases
Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies
Enforce security policies and standards, including configuration management, access controls, and incident response procedures
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement zero-trust security architecture principles
Prepare and maintain documentation for security controls, compliance audits, and certification processes
Provide guidance and mentorship on cloud security best practices to team members

Qualification

Cloud service provider expertiseSecurity certificationsSecurity standards knowledgeSecurity tools proficiencyInfrastructure-as-Code toolsVulnerability assessmentsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience
7+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on cloud environments
Hands-on expertise with at least one major cloud service provider (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
Strong knowledge of security standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOC)
Proficiency with security tools for monitoring, alerting, and incident response (e.g., SIEM, intrusion detection, vulnerability scanners)
Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools and automation (Terraform, Ansible, scripting)
Ability to analyze complex security issues and develop scalable solutions
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to obtain and maintain relevant security clearances as required

Preferred

Relevant security certifications such as Security+, CISSP, or cloud-specific security certifications preferred
Advanced certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty or Azure Security Engineer
Experience with compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, HIPAA, GDPR)
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines

Company

GDH is consulting staffing firm that specializes in providing IT engineering-based candidates to commercial and government sectors.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Blaine Caples
Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
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