Security Engineer II - Cloud Security in Manchester

This job is with Booking.com, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Booking.com’s Infrastructure Security is seeking a passionate engineer who wants to protect the world’s largest travel platform against attacks on its production platform. Your work will involve designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud security architecture, configuring and supporting security monitoring tools, and supporting and responding to security incidents. Security initiatives will be driven by the foundation of security and privacy of all customers, partners, and employees.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain cloud security architecture for cloud platforms (mostly AWS, GCP and some Azure).
• Configure and support security monitoring tools and security teams for threat detection and incident response.
• Work closely with other security and platform teams to ensure cloud security measures meet regulatory requirements and contractual obligations (e.g. NIST, PCI DSS, GDPR, SOX).
• Support and respond to security incidents in cloud environments.
• Optimize cloud security controls to balance security requirements with business needs and other requirements.
• Support cloud security‑related assessments like pentests, audits and provide necessary documentation and evidence.
• Conduct security reviews of cloud-based applications and services.
• Participate in cloud architecture design discussions to ensure security is considered from the outset.
• Participate in risk assessments and develop suitable risk mitigation strategies for cloud deployments.
• Provide security guidance and training to other teams within the organization.
• Participate in the security on‑call rotation.
• Challenge ideas and methods while working together with talented, highly skilled team members.
• Help team members to improve their skills by providing technical guidance.
• Maintain and develop knowledge of cyber security trends.

Role Qualifications and Requirements:

• Extensive knowledge of security engineering and cloud security (Linux security knowledge is a plus).
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) and associated security measures.
• Proficiency in any major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security features.
• Understanding of DevSecOps practices and security automation in CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency in coding and/or scripting using one or more of the following languages: Bash, Golang, Python, Perl, and/or similar is a plus.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for stakeholder management.
• Ability to perform security assessments and develop mitigation strategies for cloud deployments and risks.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks and regulations (e.g., SOX, PCI DSS, GDPR).

Benefits:

• Headquarters located in one of the most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities in Europe: Amsterdam.
• Contribute to a high‑scale, sophisticated, world‑class product and see the real‑time impact of your work on millions of travellers worldwide.
• Be part of a truly international fast‑paced environment and performance‑driven culture.
• Full relocation support for you and your family to move to Amsterdam; over 300 Technology professionals have relocated in the last year.
• Performance‑based company that offers 29 vacation days, career advancement, and lucrative compensation, including bonuses and stock potential.
• Discount on Booking.com accommodations with the “Booking Deal” and other perks.
• Company‑sponsored family and social activities to help employees become integrated with each other and Dutch culture.
• Diverse and creative colleagues from every corner of the world.
• Health, life, and disability insurance.
• Annual paid time off and generous paid leave schemes including parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave.
• Hybrid working including flexible arrangements, and 20 days per year working from abroad (home country).
• Industry‑leading product discounts for yourself, friends, and family, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and quarterly Booking.com wallet credit.
• Free access to online learning, development and mentorship programs, and a complimentary Headspace membership.
• On‑site meals, coffee, and snacks, including healthy and vegan options.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustment to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Booking.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strive to move well beyond traditional equal opportunity and work to create an environment that allows everyone to thrive.