Cloud Security Engineer - Remote Opportunity with Relocation Support

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Cloud Security Engineer remote to join our growing security team at Perdue Farms. In this role, you will be responsible for securing cloud-based infrastructure, applications, and services across multi-cloud environments. You will work closely with DevOps, IT, and development teams to design and implement best practices for cloud security, threat detection, incident response, and compliance.

What You'll Do

• Design, implement, and maintain secure cloud infrastructure.
• Monitor cloud environments for security breaches and respond to incidents in a timely manner.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and technical standards in cloud deployments.
• Perform threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and risk analysis of cloud environments.
• Automate security testing (SAST, DAST, SCA) for code, containers, and infrastructure.
• Integrate security controls, vulnerability scanning, and compliance checks into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).
• Evaluate and deploy cloud-native security tools.
• Automate security operations using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, HIPAA, or GDPR.
• Participate in incident response planning, testing, and post-incident reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years focused on cloud security and/or SecOps environments.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong understanding of cloud networking, identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and security monitoring.
• Experience with security automation and Infrastructure-as-Code.
• Familiarity with container security (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.) is a plus.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, CISSP, CCSP) are highly desirable.

Nice to Have

• Experience with SIEM, SOAR, and EDR solutions.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and tools.
• Understanding of Zero Trust Architecture and secure cloud architectures.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and write detailed incident reports.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range of $126,000 - $190,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.
• Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1-year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off.
• Relocation assistance available to help you settle into your new role.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment that values teamwork, integrity, and respect.
• Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Work-life balance prioritized to help team members thrive.