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Cape · 5 hours ago

Security Engineer, Cloud Security

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Cape is a company founded by experts in privacy and national security, aiming to create a privacy-centric cellular network. They are looking for a Security Engineer with expertise in cloud security to design, implement, and maintain security measures across AWS environments, ensuring compliance and reducing data security risks.

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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage robust security controls and policies within AWS, focusing on the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and services

Perform comprehensive security assessments of our cloud environments to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and recommend actionable mitigation strategies

Lead the integration of security practices into the DevOps lifecycle, promoting secure development, deployment, and operational processes

Utilize and optimize AWS security tools (such as Amazon GuardDuty, Amazon Inspector, AWS IAM, AWS KMS, AWS WAF, and AWS Shield) and explore third-party solutions to bolster our security posture

Assist in running and address findings from penetration tests and security audits, and ensuring prompt and effective remediation

Stay informed about the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and compliance mandates affecting cloud environments, provide strategic guidance on technologies and best practices

Provide expert mentorship to junior security team members and engineers across the company, to foster an organizational culture of security awareness and continuous improvement

Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate security requirements effectively into engineering projects and broader business initiatives

Qualification

Cloud SecurityAWS Security ToolsInfrastructure as CodeSecurity AssessmentsScripting LanguagesNetwork SecurityAnalytical SkillsDependabilityPlanning & OrganizationCommunicationCollaborationDecision-MakingFlexibility

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

A minimum of 5 years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years concentrated on cloud security within AWS environments

Deep understanding of AWS architecture, security services, and best practices for securing cloud applications and data

Proficiency in using infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (like CDK, Terraform, or AWS CloudFormation) and in automating security tasks within AWS

Skilled in scripting languages (Python, TypeScript, Go) for the automation of security tasks and the integration of security tools

Familiarity with containerization and microservices, particularly in securing stacks using these technologies

Solid knowledge of network security, encryption technologies, and secure coding practices

Excellent analytical skills for identifying and mitigating complex security vulnerabilities and risks

Strong communication and leadership abilities, capable of working collaboratively across teams and effectively conveying technical information to non-technical stakeholders

Organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment