Security Consultant - Hardening and Remediation

Description

The Security Consultant on the Hardening and Remediation team provides hands‑on Security Engineering support focused on cloud security, hardening, and remediation. This role performs configuration reviews and assists with addressing findings across Dev Sec Ops  pipelines and major cloud platforms, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), IBM Cloud. The consultant supports proactive security assessments as well as incident‑driven hardening efforts to help clients strengthen their overall security posture.

This position requires current, legal authorization to work in the United States. We cannot provide sponsorship or consider applicants located outside the United States.

This position is a remote position, allowing employees to work remotely from their home residence within the United States. There is occasional travel required to client sites or industry related events. If you reside in Ohio near our office headquarters, you are always welcome to work a hybrid schedule of your choosing.

• Identify practical, actionable solutions to security issues in cloud and Dev Sec Ops  environments.
• Contribute to the enhancement of the Trusted Sec Dev Sec Ops  Framework.
• Apply strong technical knowledge in:
  • CI/CD pipeline security
  • Container and container orchestration security
  • AWS, GCP, OCI, and IBM Cloud environments
  • Enterprise Application Development
  • Modern Application Development Experience
• Manage time and tasks independently
• Communicate clearly with clients in a consulting setting
• Collaborate with clients and team members on large and complex security engagements
• Develop and deliver written and verbal reports to a variety of technical and non‑technical client audiences
• Meet deadlines for engagement milestones, including report review, peer review and submission
• Support security related projects aligned with skills and experience

• Strong process orientation with the ability to adapt to varied environments.
• Attention to detail while maintaining focus on core objectives.
• Solid work ethic and follow‑through.
• Ability to apply best practices to specific technologies and situations.
• Understanding of business, IT, and security intersections.
• High standards for quality and accuracy in deliverables.
• Excellent written, verbal communications and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work either independently or collaboratively.
• Consistent ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel for approximately (5‑10%) annually.

• Extensive hands‑on experience with AWS, GCP, OCI or IBM Cloud Dev Ops.
• Extensive practical experience with Dev Sec Ops  principals and tooling.
• Minimum 3 Years of recent Dev Sec Ops  consulting experience
• One or more of the following:
  Cybersecurity degree, relevant industry certifications, and industry experience.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
• Travel approximately 5‑10% over the course of the calendar year.
• Must reside in the United States.

Base compensation typically ranges from $100,000 – $150,000 and is determined by multiple factors such as geographic location, relevant experience, and demonstrated skills. In addition to base pay, we offer a generous paid time off allowance, paid holidays and a performance pay bonus program.

Trusted Sec provides industry‑leading solutions and insights for businesses around the globe.