Cloud Security Engineer

We are looking for a Cloud Security Engineer based in Jacksonville, Florida. This role provides a contract-to-hire employment opportunity in which you will be tasked with protecting and securing our cloud-based systems and infrastructure. You will be using your technical guidance and engineering best practices to build and scale cloud-native applications and configure network security defenses within our cloud environment.

• Protect cloud-based systems and infrastructure from cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and unauthorized access.
• Use technical guidance and engineering best practices to securely build and scale cloud-native applications.
• Configure network security defenses within the cloud environment.
• Design, test, and plan security measures and policies to keep business information, network, and other assets safe and secure.
• Utilize skills in Cisco ASA, Cisco Technologies, Checkpoint Firewall, Configuration Management, Deployments, Design, Windows Defender, and Application Security to enhance cloud security.
• Monitor and identify potential threats or breaches in the cloud security infrastructure.
• Develop and implement security protocols and procedures to mitigate potential threats.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure secure design and implementation of cloud-based systems.
• Continuously update knowledge of industry trends and advancements in cloud security.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to cloud security. • Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Cloud Security Engineer or a similar role.
• Proficiency in Cisco ASA and Cisco Technologies is required.
• Experience with Checkpoint Firewall is essential.
• Strong skills in Configuration Management and Deployments are necessary.
• Demonstrable ability in Design is a must.
• Proficiency in Windows Defender is required.
• Must have experience in Application Security.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team are necessary.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure is preferred.
• Relevant certifications in cloud security will be an added advantage.
• Must have a strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and risk management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.