Cloud Security Engineer

Impulse Space • Redondo Beach, CA

2d • $135,000 - $165,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Cloud Security Engineer at Impulse, you will help secure infrastructure across a multi-cloud environment (Azure Government, AWS, and/or GCP) supporting sensitive aerospace and defense workloads. This role is focused on hands-on implementation—hardening cloud environments, improving security posture, and integrating security into engineering workflows. You’ll work closely with DevOps, IT, and IA teams to ensure systems maintain CMMC/NIST SP 800-171 requirements while remaining scalable and developer friendly.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in cloud, security, DevOps, or infrastructure roles
• Hands-on experience with at least one cloud provider (Azure preferred)
• Experience using Terraform or similar IaC tools
• Familiarity with securing CI/CD pipelines
• Solid understanding of IAM, secrets management, and security best practices
• Working knowledge of CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, or similar frameworks

Nice To Haves

• 7+ years of experience in cloud, security, DevOps, or infrastructure roles
• Experience with Azure Government or AWS GovCloud
• Familiarity with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, or similar tools
• Exposure to container/Kubernetes security
• Scripting experience (Python, PowerShell, or Bash)
• Security certifications (e.g., Security+, AZ-500, CCSP)
• Experience in defense, aerospace, or regulated environments
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Secure and harden cloud resources across Azure, AWS, and/or GCP
• Conduct security assessments, threat modeling, and internal audits on cloud infrastructure
• Monitor and improve cloud security posture using tools like Defender for Cloud or CSPM platforms
• Implement and maintain IAM controls (RBAC, least privilege, conditional access)
• Integrate security checks into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps)
• Build and maintain secure infrastructure using Terraform
• Automate security operations using scripting and infrastructure as code
• Support CMMC / NIST 800-171 efforts, including control implementation and evidence collection
• Assist with logging, monitoring, and detection integration (SIEM/XDR)
• Collaborate with other teams to resolve security issues and improve overall security posture

Benefits

• Stock options
• Medical coverage
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan

What This Job Offers

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