Senior Cloud Security Engineer

Progress is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to enhance and bolster cloud security within AWS and Azure environments. This hybrid role involves designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based security solutions using policy as code and IaC tools like Terraform. The engineer will collaborate globally to embed security practices, automate controls (IAM, encryption, network security), respond to incidents, and stay updated on best practices. The role requires strong technical expertise and a focus on modern software engineering practices.

Must Have

• Design, implement, and manage cloud-based security solutions.
• Integrate security measures through policy as code.
• Develop and maintain IaC templates using Terraform for security policies.
• Implement and automate security controls (IAM, encryption, network security, compliance auditing).
• Respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats in cloud environments.
• Proven experience as a Cloud Security Engineer with AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Strong understanding of cloud services, architecture, and security best practices.
• Experience with IaC tools like Terraform and Ansible.
• Proficiency in implementing security measures using policy as code.
• Experience with programming languages for automation.
• Knowledge of industry security standards (ISO 27001, NIST) and regulatory requirements.

Good to Have

• Relevant cloud engineering certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Security Specialty).
• Experience in designing and implementing automated testing for security controls.
• Ability to create automated remediation processes.
• Experience with Wiz and Harness tools.

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and financial benefits (including 401(k) retirement savings plan).
• Tuition Reimbursement program.
• Additional voluntary benefits (crucial illness/hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, auto & home insurance, legal, pet insurance).
• Competitive salary, bonus, and Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Flexible paid vacation time, paid day off for your birthday, and company holidays.
• Parental Leave and other leave plans.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and employee well-being program.

We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experiences with agility and ease.

We’re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as a Senior Cloud Security Engineer and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward. This will be a hybrid role working between home office and our Raleigh NC office.

Are you a seasoned Cloud Security Engineer passionate about ensuring the resilience of cloud environments and bolstering cloud security? Are you interested serving as a key member of a team of skilled engineers and influencing cloud security?

We're seeking a Senior Cloud Security Engineer who brings technical expertise in AWS and Azure to enhance container security practices, utilizing policy as code, implementing tooling for product security, and all while thinking and working with modern software engineering practices. All this while fostering a culture of collaboration and growth.

In this role, you will:

• Design, implement, and manage cloud-based solutions that integrate security measures through policy as code.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams across the globe to embed security practices into the cloud infrastructure and frameworks.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) templates using tools like Terraform to enforce security policies, driven via CI/CD standards
• Create and maintain security policies as code
• Implement and automate security controls, such as identity and access management (IAM), encryption, network security, and compliance auditing.
• Respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats in the cloud environments.
• Research and stay up-to-date with the latest cloud security best practices, tools, and technologies.
• Mentor and guide software engineers promoting knowledge sharing and skill development.

Your background:

• Continuously deliver value to our internal customers through frequent releases of meaningful improvements to our systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience.)
• Proven experience as a Cloud Security Engineer or similar role, with a focus on AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Strong understanding of cloud services, architecture, and security best practices.
• Proven experience with IaC tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
• Proficiency in implementing security measures using policy as code tools and frameworks.
• Experienced with using programming languages for automation.
• Knowledge of industry security standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST) and regulatory requirements.
• Relevant cloud engineering certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Security Specialty) would be a plus.
• Experience in designing and implementing automated testing procedures for security controls within a cloud environment a bonus.
• Demonstrated ability to create automated remediation processes based on testing outcomes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong communication skills to interact with cross-functional teams across different time zones and articulate security concepts.
• Experience with tools such as Wiz and Harness is a significant plus.

Base Salary Range: $120,000 - $139,650

This position is also eligible to participate in our performance-based annual corporate bonus plan. Final base compensation is determined by a number of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, education, demonstrable experience, and allowance for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a robust benefits package, with details below.

If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat.

What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with and also to enjoy:

• Medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and financial benefits (including 401(k) retirement savings plan. Tuition Reimbursement program. Additional voluntary benefits including crucial illness/hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, auto & home insurance, legal, and pet insurance.
• Competitive salary, bonus, and best-in-class Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with a 27-month lookback
• Flexible paid vacation time, paid day off for your birthday, and company holidays. A variety of leave plans, including Parental Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an employee well-being program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

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