Responsibilities
Kforce has a client that is seeking an Information Security Engineer - Cloud in Hollywood, FL. The primary duties and responsibilities of the Cloud Security Engineer are:
- Assessing existing Infrastructure and identifying Threats
- Providing recommendations on New Infrastructure and Threat Modeling to assist in stakeholder decisions
- Developing, solutioning, operating, maintaining, and supporting a secure cloud environment with technologies including but not limited to: Servers, Storage, Network services, Enterprise applications, Cloud platform support, Automation, CI/CD, Managing cryptography and encryption, IAM, Threat Detection, Logging, PKI, SaaS, and PaaS
- Keeping cloud infrastructure current, making recommendations, and continually improving cloud security technologies
- Analyzing, designing, and developing programs, shell scripts, tests, and infrastructure automation capabilities
- Develop security standards in partnership with Engineering, Infrastructure Services, and Application Development
- Representing the cloud security team in change control activities and ensure proposed changes are in alignment with security best practices
- Staying abreast with security standards and emerging vulnerabilities/threats to proactively resolve/remediate/mitigate
- Engage in digital forensics to investigate breaches or security incidents in the cloud
- Collaborate with Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Teams and play a pivotal role in developing, testing, and refining disaster recovery plans tailored for cloud environments
- Empower the Security Compliance and Data Protection Team to audit cloud environments to ensure compliance and pinpoint areas of improvement; Using metrics and KPIs to drive and further Security Posture Initiatives
- Establish and maintain a feedback mechanism where security measures are not only implemented but also refined based on feedback to enhance security protocols continuously
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree preferred in Computer Sciences, Information Technology, Information Security or other related field
- At least one industry standard certification such as CCSK, CCSP, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or other Cloud Security certification
- Five (5) years of Cyber Security related work experience
- Three (3) years or more experience with architecting and operating solutions involving one or more cloud service providers Microsoft Azure, AWS, GCP, etc.
- Experience in 3 or more of the following: network design, mobile security, network and firewall security technologies, SaaS/PaaS Security, vulnerability management or penetration testing
- Practical knowledge of any combination of Payment Card Industry (PCI), GDPR, NIST standards, or ISO27000 series
- Deep understanding of Cyber Security control environments and their relationship to zero-trust networks
- Display a keen ability to adapt to new tools, technologies, and evolving threat landscapes in the realm of cloud security
- Team player able to work effectively at all levels of an organization with the ability to influence others to move toward consensus
- Clear ability to build strong relationships and establish trust with stakeholders at all levels
- Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize and execute in a methodical and disciplined manner
- Ability to solve complex problems in a timely manner by working with multiple stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work streams effectively
- Ability to follow detailed procedures and processes with a high degree of accuracy
- Customer-focused mindset, with demonstrated skill in managing expectations, providing proactive status updates, and producing high-quality work product
- Flexibility to travel as required up to 15% overnight travel
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.