Senior Cloud Security Developer (Global Security)

Royal Bank of Canada • Toronto, ON

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The AWS Security Controls team within Cloud Security Engineering is seeking a Senior Security Developer. In this role, you will play a crucial part in developing AWS security controls and implementing innovative security solutions. You will also contribute to the developer experience and foster a culture that encourages best security practices.

Requirements

• 2+ years developing security solutions in AWS.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience securing AWS environments using cloud-native services such as AWS Config, IAM, GaurdDuty, SecurityHub, Control Tower.
• 2+ year of experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins and AWS CodePipeline.
• Strong proficiency in Python for developing AWS security solutions.
• Familiarity with AWS services and serverless architectures (Lambda, API Gateway, EventBridge, DynamoDB).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like AWS CloudFormation, Terraform or CDK.
• Familiarity with modern Software Engineering, DevOps, and SRE practices.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Wiz or other cloud security posture management (CSPM) platforms.
• Hands-on experience with containerization tools (Docker) and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes or ECS.
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as Splunk, Datadog and AWS CloudWatch.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security Specialty, AWS Solutions Architect, CKA.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks an compliance requirements.
• Stay updated with latest security trends & AI technologies.
• Experience using AI Agents and Skills to enhance security operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain AWS security controls using serverless architectures, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and automation.
• Design and build cloud security services using automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and test-driven development practices.
• Build and operate security controls, remediations, and other security-related infrastructure and tools.
• Develop and enhance CI/CD pipelines to ensure secure, efficient, and scalable cloud deployments.
• Conduct proof of concepts for new AWS-native, open-source, or vendor security solutions.
• Implement SRE practices to enhance operational processes and reliability.
• Participate in on-call rotations to provide after-hours support for critical systems.

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities

What This Job Offers

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