Cloud Security Engineer

Piper Companies is looking to fill the role of Cloud Security Engineer for a Cloud and Technology company located in Morrisville, NC. The Cloud Security Engineer will show strong knowledge of security practices inside and outside the cloud along with strong communications, organization, and problem‑solving skills. The position requires time in‑office 2 days per week in Morrisville, NC.

• Ensure secure AWS configuration by maintaining environments aligned with best practices, STIGs, CIS benchmarks, and NIST 800‑53 controls.
• Identify and remediate security gaps through continuous monitoring, documentation of findings, and creation of remediation tickets.
• Engage stakeholders by leading discussions on configurations, vulnerabilities, and recommended actions.
• Collaborate across teams including Dev Ops, IT, and Compliance to support secure cloud operations.
• Automate and document security processes using cloud‑native tools and scripting while maintaining clear security documentation.

• 2+ years of professional cloud security engineer experience.
• Ability to work in the U.S.
• Experience with AWS, IAM, KMS, Cloud Trail, Guard Duty, Security Hub, and WAF.
• Hands‑on knowledge with SIEM tools.
• Proficiency in scripting and automations.
• Preferred AWS Certified Security – Specialty or CISSP certificate.

• $100,000–$115,000 annually.
• Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, sick leave as required by law, and holidays.

This job opens for applications on 7/9/26 and will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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