Sr. Cloud Security Engineer

Atlas Technology Solutions

4h

About The Position

As a Senior Cloud Security Engineer, you will be responsible for safeguarding our Azure cloud environment and HR platform using tools like SentinelOne, Purview, Defender for Cloud, and SonarQube. You’ll lead pen testing, drive application security, and support development teams in building secure-by-design solutions. This role blends hands-on technical execution with ISO 27001–aligned compliance, automation, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in cloud security roles, penetration testing, application security, app development support and ideally in SaaS or HR tech environments.
• Strong expertise with MS Azure security services (e.g., IAM, Key Vault, Auth0, Key Cloak).
• Deep understanding of data privacy, encryption, access management, application security, and secure API design.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as ISO27000, SOC 2, GDPR.
• Experience with security monitoring tools (e.g., SIEMs, CSPM solutions).
• Scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation of security tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications like AWS Certified Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, CISSP, or CCSP.
• Experience securing containerized applications (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless environments.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation) and its security implications.
• Prior experience working with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) or similar data-sensitive platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls for cloud environments Azure & AWS
• Conduct advanced penetration testing across cloud workloads, APIs, and containerized environments to identify vulnerabilities and validate application security controls.
• Lead application security reviews, including threat modeling, static/dynamic analysis, secure code review, and remediation guidance.
• Partner closely with the development and DevOps teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines, provide secure-coding best practices, and support product teams during architecture/design.
• Architect, implement, and optimize security controls across AWS/Azure/GCP environments (IAM, VPC, KMS, WAF, Secrets Management, Logs).
• Strengthen security across Azure workloads, data, and identities using tools like Microsoft Defender for Cloud, SentinelOne, Purview, and SonarQube.
• Collaborate with and support DevOps and Engineering teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle (DevSecOps).
• Manage network and web application firewalls to protect internal systems and applications.
• Integration of SIEM and IDS solutions with cloud monitoring tools for real-time alerting and automated remediation.
• Work with our SOC to ensure appropriate logging and alerting are configured and administered. Review Alerts and ensure timely resolutions are conducted.
• Build and monitor systems and security dashboards to ensure availability and potential issues are addressed immediately.
• Participate in ISO 27001 SOC 2, or CIS benchmark security program and audits. Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and cloud configuration audits.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, anomalies, and potential threats in our cloud environment and applications.
• Develop and automate security controls, guardrails, and incident response playbooks.
• Stay current on the latest cloud security trends, HR data protection laws, application security, and SaaS security best practices.

Benefits

• Flexible PTO
• Your birthday off and a day for you to volunteer and give back to the organization of your choice
• Generous Parental Leave Program
• Growth and development opportunities with access to a top learning content provider
• The opportunity to challenge yourself in a high-performing organization and leave each day knowing you have made an impact.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level