Cloud Security Engineer

Job Title:
Cloud Security Engineer
Location:
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Department:
Information Technology / Cloud Platform Engineering
Employment Type:
Contract - 12 months
Company Overview:

Core Cyber Consulting is a leading security services consulting firm dedicated to providing innovative and comprehensive cybersecurity solutions to our clients. We specialize in protecting critical infrastructure, enhancing data security, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Our team of experts is committed to delivering top-tier cybersecurity services and strategic advice to organizations of all sizes.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Security Engineer for one of our customers in Halifax, NS. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical expertise in cloud security, practical experience with AWS services, and a deep understanding of cloud security best practices.

• Design and implement secure cloud infrastructure architecture on AWS, adhering to security best practices and industry standards.
• Develop and maintain AWS-specific security policies, frameworks, and guidelines to ensure a robust security posture.
• Manage Identity and Access Management (IAM) in AWS, including role-based access control, multi-factor authentication, and secure credential management.
• Implement and maintain network security measures such as VPC configuration, security groups, and network ACLs to safeguard cloud resources.
• Utilize AWS security services like WAF, Shield, and Firewall Manager to protect against DDoS attacks and web application threats.
• Ensure data security by employing encryption techniques (AWS KMS, S3 encryption) for data at rest and in transit.
• Implement secure storage solutions using AWS S3, EBS, and Glacier, ensuring data integrity, backup, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Monitor and respond to security events and incidents using AWS security monitoring tools (Cloud Watch, Guard Duty, Security Hub).
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments of AWS infrastructure to identify and remediate potential risks.
• Automate security tasks and compliance checks using AWS Cloud Formation, Terraform, or AWS Config to ensure consistent and secure deployments.
• Collaborate with cloud architects and developers to integrate security practices into the CI/CD pipeline, container security, and serverless security.
• Stay updated with AWS security updates, new services, and best practices, and contribute to the AWS security community.
• Provide security guidance, training, and documentation to educate teams on AWS security features and best practices.
• Conduct security risk assessments and provide recommendations for improving the overall security posture of AWS environments.
• Manage and maintain security certifications and compliance requirements (e.g., PCI DSS, HIPAA) for AWS cloud infrastructure.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
• Proficiency in AWS security services and tools, including IAM, VPC, Security Groups, AWS WAF, Guard Duty, Cloud Watch, and Lambda.
• Expertise in network security concepts, firewall management, and secure network architecture design.
• Understanding of encryption techniques, key management, and data protection methodologies in the cloud.
• Experience with security monitoring, logging, and incident response using AWS security tools and third-party integrations.
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code (IaC) principles and experience with tools like Terraform, Cloud Formation, or Ansible.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and have the experience and skills we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!