Description
We are seeking an experienced
AWS Security Engineer
to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in setting up and securing AWS environments, implementing AWS-native security tools, and managing vulnerability assessments. You will play a key role in ensuring the security and compliance of our AWS infrastructure, leveraging Lambda functions, AWS Inspector, and other AWS-native security services to detect and mitigate risks.
Key Responsibilities:
AWS Security Implementation: Design and implement secure AWS environments, including IAM policies, VPC configurations, and security best practices.
Lambda Security & Automation: Develop and secure AWS Lambda functions to automate security operations, threat detection, and remediation.
AWS Inspector & Vulnerability Management: Configure and manage AWS Inspector to identify vulnerabilities, analyze findings, and implement remediation plans.
AWS-Native Security Tools: Utilize AWS services such as GuardDuty, Security Hub, WAF, and Config to monitor, detect, and respond to security threats.
Incident Response & Threat Mitigation: Respond to security incidents, conduct forensic analysis, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.
Compliance & Best Practices: Ensure compliance with security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, and AWS Well-Architected Framework.
Collaboration & Documentation: Work with DevOps, cloud engineers, and security teams to implement security controls and document security policies and procedures.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in AWS security engineering and cloud security practices.
Strong knowledge of AWS security services, including IAM, KMS, AWS Inspector, GuardDuty, Security Hub, and WAF.
Experience in writing Lambda functions (Python, Node.js, or other languages) for security automation.
Hands-on experience in vulnerability management, threat detection, and remediation strategies in AWS environments.
Understanding of network security concepts, including VPC security, security groups, and NACLs.
Familiarity with AWS Well-Architected Framework and security compliance standards (eg, NIST, CIS, GDPR, ISO 27001).
Strong Scripting skills (Python, Shell, or Terraform) for automation and infrastructure as code (IaC).
Experience with SIEM, logging, and monitoring solutions for AWS security events.
AWS Security Specialty certification (or equivalent experience) is a plus.
Why Join Us?
Work with cutting-edge AWS security technologies.
Collaborate with a team of experts in cloud security.
Opportunities for career growth and certifications.
Flexible work environment with remote options.
IR35:
Inside
Day rate:
Negotiable
Duration:
3 months +
If you're passionate about AWS security, automation, and vulnerability management, we'd love to hear from you.