Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineer

Full-Time 50000 - 65000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Evaluate cloud services, identify risks, and design robust security controls.
  • Company: Join a high-performing global security team in a dynamic environment.
  • Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Ideal for those passionate about cloud security and looking to advance their career.
  • Why this job: Be at the forefront of cloud security and make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: Strong experience with Azure, AWS, or GCP and knowledge of security best practices.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.

Cloud Security Engineer £580 - £630 per day Contract - 4 months initially Inside IR35 Manchester - Hybrid - 3 days on site We're seeking an experienced Cloud Security Engineer to join a high-performing global security team, helping shape and strengthen the security posture of enterprise cloud platforms.

You'll be at the forefront of evaluating cloud services, identifying security risks, and designing robust controls across modern cloud environments.

What You'll Be Doing Reviewing and assessing security risks across cloud platform services. (Azure, AWS or GCP) Designing, developing, and implementing cloud security controls.

Partnering with infrastructure engineering teams to securely deliver cloud solutions.

Acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for cloud security services and best practices.

Conducting threat modelling, security reviews, and security testing activities.

Supporting the adoption and optimisation of CSPM/SSPM tooling and policy-as-code security controls.

What We're Looking For Strong experience within enterprise cloud environments (Azure, AWS and/or GCP).

Hands-on knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, Cloud Formation or Bicep.

Experience with CSPM/SSPM solutions, cloud security tooling, and cloud governance.

Knowledge of Kubernetes and modern cloud security architectures.

Experience with threat modelling, security testing, and cloud security standards.

Understanding of authentication, cryptography, networking, and enterprise security principles.

Familiarity with policy-as-code security tools such as Terraform Sentinel, Wiz or similar.

Desirable Experience Background within financial services or another regulated environment.

Agile/Scrum delivery experience.

Relevant degree or equivalent industry experience.

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