Senior Cloud Security Engineer

Quik Hire Staffing — Poland · Posted ~4 hours ago

Senior Full-time Remote $140000-$220000 USD equivalent, plus benefits

Skills

cloud security AWS GCP Azure threat modeling security architecture incident response IaC security secrets management identity controls security reviews IaC

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A fully remote senior cloud security engineering role responsible for designing and operating defensive controls across cloud environments. You will build detection and incident-response capabilities, lead threat modeling and security reviews, secure infrastructure-as-code, manage secrets and identity controls, and partner with engineering on security practices. At least 5 years of experience is required.

Highlights

Fully remote senior security role with a high compensation range and benefits. Offers ownership of cloud security architecture, detection and incident response, threat modeling, infrastructure security, identity controls, and security collaboration with engineering teams.

Description

Role: Senior Cloud Security EngineerLocation: RemoteEmployment Type: Full-time Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Indicative range: $140,000 – $220,000 (USD equivalent), plus benefits. Role Overview We are hiring a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to design and operate the security controls across our cloud environments. The role combines deep cloud expertise with security engineering — building defensive architectures and responding when things break. Key Responsibilities - Design and implement cloud security controls across AWS, GCP, or Azure - Build and maintain detection, alerting, and incident response capabilities - Lead threat modeling and security reviews for new architectures - Implement and operate IaC security, secrets management, and identity controls - Respond to incidents and lead post-incident reviews - Partner with engineering on shift-left security practices Required Skills and Qualifications - 5+ years in security engineering with strong cloud focus - Deep expertise in at least one major cloud (AWS, GCP, Azure) - Hands-on with IaC (Terraform), CSPM tools, and SIEM platforms - Strong scripting skills (Python, Go) and security automation experience - Working knowledge of compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI) - Industry certifications (CISSP, AWS Security, GCP Security) are a plus What You'll Bring - Curiosity to dig into systems and turn findings into shipped improvements - Strong written communication and ability to explain technical decisions - A test-and-learn mindset; you ship fast, measure, and iterate - Comfort working asynchronously across time zones What We Offer - Fully remote, flexible work hours - Performance-based bonus structure - Annual learning & development stipend - Health and wellness benefits (varies by location) - Opportunity to work on high-scale, real-world impact projects Equal Opportunity Statement This is an equal opportunity role. Applications are welcomed from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and demonstrated ability.