AWS Cloud Security Engineer

Fluent, LLC

12h • $130,000 - $170,000

About The Position

We're seeking an AWS Cloud Security Engineer to strengthen our cloud security posture and ensure the secure operation of our AWS infrastructure. This role focuses on implementing security controls, managing cloud security tools, responding to security findings, and ensuring compliance across our AWS environment.

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience securing AWS environments
• Deep technical expertise with AWS security services: IAM, Identity Center, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, CloudWatch, Security Hub, AWS Config
• Strong experience with core AWS services: EC2, S3, RDS, EKS, ECS, VPC/Networking, Lambda, SQS/SNS, CloudFront, ALBs, API Gateway
• Experience with Databricks on AWS, including security configurations and best practices
• Hands-on experience with Wiz or similar cloud security posture management (CSPM) tools
• Knowledge of identity and access management principles, including federated identity (Okta, SAML, OIDC)
• Experience supporting compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, or similar standards
• Scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell) for security automation
• Understanding of network security, encryption, and security monitoring in cloud environments
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to investigate and remediate security issues

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls across AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, EKS, ECS, Lambda, API Gateway)
• Configure and optimize AWS security services including GuardDuty, CloudTrail, CloudWatch, Security Hub, and AWS Config
• Implement VPC security architecture, network segmentation, security groups, and NACLs
• Manage CloudFront and ALB security configurations including WAF rules
• Secure containerized workloads and serverless architectures
• Design and implement least-privilege IAM policies, roles, and permission boundaries
• Manage AWS Identity Center (SSO) and integration with Okta
• Conduct access reviews and support user provisioning while maintaining security standards
• Implement secure service-to-service authentication patterns
• Monitor and respond to security alerts from GuardDuty, CloudTrail, and AWS security services
• Investigate and remediate security findings from Wiz cloud security platform
• Perform threat analysis and security incident investigation
• Develop security incident response playbooks for cloud threats
• Implement and maintain security controls for Databricks workspaces on AWS
• Support SOC 2 and other compliance audit requirements
• Maintain security documentation and audit trail evidence
• Enforce security policies and compliance standards across AWS accounts
• Partner with Engineering, DevOps, and IT teams to integrate security into cloud operations
• Automate security processes using Infrastructure as Code
• Document security architectures, procedures, and runbooks
• Provide security guidance on AWS best practices
• Coordinate with external security vendors, testers, and auditors as needed

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Ample career and professional growth opportunities
• New Headquarters with an open floor plan to drive collaboration
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Pre-tax savings plans and transit/parking programs
• 401K with competitive employer match
• Volunteer and philanthropic activities throughout the year
• Educational and social events
• The amazing opportunity to work for a high-flying performance marketing company!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed