Leads cloud security architecture and implementation, focusing on data privacy, GDPR compliance, Kubernetes security, mTLS, RBAC, zero-trust networking, audit logging, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessments. Collaborates across teams, mentors junior engineers, documents security practices, monitors industry trends, and drives resilient, compliant cloud infrastructure.
This role is pivotal in shaping our cloud security strategy and safeguarding data privacy. As our Principal Security Engineer - Cloud, you will be a key leader in our cloud security journey, working closely with the Kubernetes security team. Your expertise in mTLS, RBAC, and zero-trust networking will be instrumental in designing and implementing secure cloud solutions. You will play a vital role in maintaining data privacy, ensuring GDPR compliance, and mentoring junior engineers to create a knowledge-sharing culture. Your leadership will be crucial in driving our cloud security vision and keeping our systems resilient and future-ready.
Responsibilities- Lead the design and implementation of secure cloud architectures, prioritizing data privacy and GDPR compliance.
- Collaborate with the Kubernetes team to enhance security primitives and strengthen cloud infrastructure.
- Implement and manage mTLS, RBAC, and zero-trust networking principles for robust and reliable security.
- Develop and maintain audit logging practices for operator-grade compliance, ensuring a proactive and responsive security posture.
- Conduct regular security assessments (red-team/ penetration-testing) and audits to identify and address potential risks and vulnerabilities/CVE proactively.
- Develop detailed threat models and defend security architecture
- Stay abreast of cloud security trends, drive innovation, and share insights with the team to foster continuous improvement.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, providing technical expertise and creating a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Engage with cross-functional teams to align cloud security strategies with business objectives and ensure seamless integration.
- Document and communicate security best practices, ensuring consistency, clarity, and effectiveness across the organization.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing, promoting a proactive and collaborative security mindset.
- Extensive experience in cloud security engineering, with a proven track record of designing and implementing secure cloud solutions.
- In-depth understanding and practical expertise in mTLS, RBAC, and zero-trust networking principles, particularly in cloud environments.
- Proficiency in Kubernetes security primitives, including NetworkPolicy, PodSecurity, and OPA/Gatekeeper, is essential.
- Strong knowledge of data privacy regulations, especially GDPR, and the ability to implement prompt privacy measures and ensure compliance.
- Must be hands on with various public cloud technologies and managed services
- Must be familiar with on-prem equivalent technologies to cloud managed services
- Experience with audit logging and compliance practices for operator-grade environments, with a focus on maintaining robust security.
- Leadership skills to mentor, guide, and inspire a team, creating a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work culture.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Analytical mindset, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for staying updated with the latest security trends and best practices.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; an advanced degree is highly preferred.
- A proactive and solution-oriented approach to security challenges, with a track record of successful security implementations.
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If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.
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Some of our benefits in US:
- Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
- Health and dental benefits
- Short-term disability, and long-term disability
- Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
- Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
- Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Assistance Plan
- Adoption assistance
- Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program
The above benefits exclude students.
Disclaimer for US/Canada
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