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Cloud Security Engineer
Ardent Mills
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Cloud Security Engineer
District of Columbia, United States of America
Full Time
1 month ago
$140,000 - $200,000 USD
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Key skills
AWS
Azure
Cloud
Python
Terraform
Vault
Bash
PowerShell
AI
Serverless
AKS
IAM
Azure Monitor
Logic Apps
Cloud Security
About this role
Role Overview
Design, implement, and operate security controls primarily across Microsoft Azure environments
Lead design and implementation for cloud landing zones, identity, and network controls (VPC/VNet, security groups/NSGs, private endpoints)
Configure cloud-native security services (e.g., Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR)
Build posture management (CSPM) and workload protection (CWPP) with policy-as-code and automated remediation
Implement key management, encryption at rest/in transit, and certificate governance using KMS/Key Vault/Cloud KMS
Establish logging, telemetry, and alerting (Azure Monitor) integrated to SIEM/XDR
Work with key team members across IT and Security to test and validate total coverage / maturity of detection telemetry from cloud native sources
Determine architecture as needed to harden serverless containers, and managed services (Functions, Logic Apps, Container Apps, AKS, ACI) with baseline controls
Perform threat modeling and security reviews for cloud architectures and application designs
Partner with platform and product teams to deliver IaC guardrails, image baselines, and patch/vulnerability workflows
Respond to cloud incidents as a point of escalation; perform triage, containment, and post-incident improvements
Develop automation architecture where applicable to optimize cloud detection and response capabilities
Leverage automation and AI-assisted capabilities where appropriate to enhance cloud detection and response
Document standards and runbooks; conduct enablement sessions with dev and ops teams
Design partner in cloud security strategy and program maturity
Requirements
Bachelor’s in computer science/engineering or equivalent experience
4–7 years in cloud security engineering across at least one major CSP
Strong knowledge of IAM, networking, encryption, and cloud-native security tooling
Experience securing hybrid environments spanning on-premises and Azure cloud
Scripting/automation expertise (Python/Bash/PowerShell; Terraform/Bicep/ARM)
Certifications: CCSP; AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500), or Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer
Good to have: Experience with CIEM solutions and multi-cloud governance
Certifications: GIAC Cloud (GCSA/GPCS), CNCF CKA/CKS, vendor pro-level architect certs
Tech Stack
AWS
Azure
Cloud
Python
Terraform
Vault
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
Life and Disability Programs
Voluntary Benefit Programs
Company Sponsored Wellness Programs
Retirement Savings with Company Match
Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)
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