Cloud Security Engineer

We’re partnering with a client to find a Cloud Security Engineer in Sacramento, CA. This opportunity supports the continued development of cloud security capabilities.

• Design and maintain protective controls, secure configurations, access management, and compliance measures across Azure, AWS, and GCP environments.
• Embed security practices into cloud architecture, migration, deployment, and hybrid infrastructure initiatives.
• Establish cloud security standards, guardrails, identity strategies, and data protection practices.
• Strengthen threat monitoring, incident response, vulnerability remediation, and automated security workflows.
• Collaborate with technology and business stakeholders on security reviews, risk reduction, audits, documentation, and continuity planning.

• At least five years of progressive information security or cybersecurity experience, including hands-on Azure security and enterprise infrastructure work.
• At least five years of experience with Azure, AWS, and GCP.
• Experience applying security practices within NIST CSF, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and CCPA frameworks.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cloud security controls, identity and access management, endpoint security, device compliance, vulnerability management, incident response, and threat detection.
• A high school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor’s degree in information security, computer science, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical cybersecurity and cloud security experience, is preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inc

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with , a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex via email at

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

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