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About The Role
The AWS Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud security controls to protect infrastructure, data, and workloads running on AWS. This role ensures secure cloud operations aligned with industry best practices, compliance requirements, and the organizations risk posture. In This Role, You Will:
Responsibility Area: Cloud Security Architecture & Configuration Design and implement secure architectures for AWS environments, including VPCs, IAM, encryption, and networking controls (30%) Configure and enforce security guardrails using AWS Config, SCPs, and Service Control Policies (15%) Evaluate and implement cloud-native security tools such as AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, Macie, and Inspector (10%) Design and implement security controls for other cloud environments like GCP, Snowflake, Looker, Sigma, Salesforce, and others. Responsibility Area: Detection, Monitoring, and Incident Response Build and maintain security monitoring, alerting, and logging pipelines using CloudTrail, CloudWatch, and centralized log aggregation tools (15%) Investigate and respond to security alerts, vulnerabilities, and incidents within AWS accounts (10%) Integrate detection and response capabilities into the broader SOC or SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Datadog, Graylog) (5%) Integrate and instrument monitoring and controls for other critical cloud infrastructure including GCP, Snowflake, Looker, Sigma, Salesforce, and others. Responsibility Area: Governance, Compliance & Automation Develop and enforce automated compliance checks aligned to frameworks such as SOC 2, CIS AWS Foundations, and NIST (10%) Partner with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation) (3%) Support audit evidence gathering, risk assessments, and security documentation for cloud environments (2%) Minimum Qualifications:
We realize applying for jobs can feel daunting at times. Even if you dont check all the boxes in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. 58 years of hands-on experience securing AWS environments Deep knowledge of AWS services, including IAM, S3, EC2, VPC, KMS, CloudTrail, Config, Lambda Experience with AWS security services (e.g., Security Hub, GuardDuty, Macie, Inspector, Detective) Familiarity with cloud security principles, including least privilege, encryption, network segmentation, and shared responsibility Scripting or IaC experience with Terraform, Python, or CloudFormation Understanding of security compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, or NIST 800-53 Ability to learn security best practices for other cloud environments including, Salesforce, GCP, Snowflake, Looker. What Can Help Your Application Stand Out:
AWS Security Specialty or Solutions Architect certification Experience integrating AWS security with third-party tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Wiz, Lacework) Experience with container security (ECS, EKS, Docker) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices Our Commitment to Inclusivity and Diversity
At G2, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment where people of every background can thrive and feel welcome. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, or marital, veteran, or physical or mental disability status. Learn more about our commitments here. For job applicants in California, the United Kingdom, and the European Union, please review the applicant privacy notice before applying to this job. How We Use AI Technology in Our Hiring Process
G2 incorporates AI-powered technology to enhance our candidate evaluation process. These tools may assist with initial application screening, skills assessment analysis, and identifying candidates whose qualifications align with specific role requirements. While AI technology supports our recruitment workflow, all final hiring decisions remain under human oversight and judgment. Your Choice Matters:
If you would prefer that your application be reviewed without AI assistance, you can opt out by entering your email address in the email entry field at the bottom of the Automated Processing Legal Notice. Choosing to opt out will not disadvantage your application in any waywe will ensure your materials receive a thorough manual review by our hiring team. For additional details about how we handle your information throughout the application process, please review G2's Applicant Privacy Notice. Holistic support so you can thrive professionally and personally. Were hiring driven, talented people all over the world. Our work towards making G2 a safe, equitable, and inclusive workplace for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The AWS Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud security controls to protect infrastructure, data, and workloads running on AWS. This role ensures secure cloud operations aligned with industry best practices, compliance requirements, and the organizations risk posture. In This Role, You Will:
Responsibility Area: Cloud Security Architecture & Configuration Design and implement secure architectures for AWS environments, including VPCs, IAM, encryption, and networking controls (30%) Configure and enforce security guardrails using AWS Config, SCPs, and Service Control Policies (15%) Evaluate and implement cloud-native security tools such as AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, Macie, and Inspector (10%) Design and implement security controls for other cloud environments like GCP, Snowflake, Looker, Sigma, Salesforce, and others. Responsibility Area: Detection, Monitoring, and Incident Response Build and maintain security monitoring, alerting, and logging pipelines using CloudTrail, CloudWatch, and centralized log aggregation tools (15%) Investigate and respond to security alerts, vulnerabilities, and incidents within AWS accounts (10%) Integrate detection and response capabilities into the broader SOC or SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Datadog, Graylog) (5%) Integrate and instrument monitoring and controls for other critical cloud infrastructure including GCP, Snowflake, Looker, Sigma, Salesforce, and others. Responsibility Area: Governance, Compliance & Automation Develop and enforce automated compliance checks aligned to frameworks such as SOC 2, CIS AWS Foundations, and NIST (10%) Partner with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation) (3%) Support audit evidence gathering, risk assessments, and security documentation for cloud environments (2%) Minimum Qualifications:
We realize applying for jobs can feel daunting at times. Even if you dont check all the boxes in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. 58 years of hands-on experience securing AWS environments Deep knowledge of AWS services, including IAM, S3, EC2, VPC, KMS, CloudTrail, Config, Lambda Experience with AWS security services (e.g., Security Hub, GuardDuty, Macie, Inspector, Detective) Familiarity with cloud security principles, including least privilege, encryption, network segmentation, and shared responsibility Scripting or IaC experience with Terraform, Python, or CloudFormation Understanding of security compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, or NIST 800-53 Ability to learn security best practices for other cloud environments including, Salesforce, GCP, Snowflake, Looker. What Can Help Your Application Stand Out:
AWS Security Specialty or Solutions Architect certification Experience integrating AWS security with third-party tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Wiz, Lacework) Experience with container security (ECS, EKS, Docker) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices Our Commitment to Inclusivity and Diversity
At G2, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment where people of every background can thrive and feel welcome. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, or marital, veteran, or physical or mental disability status. Learn more about our commitments here. For job applicants in California, the United Kingdom, and the European Union, please review the applicant privacy notice before applying to this job. How We Use AI Technology in Our Hiring Process
G2 incorporates AI-powered technology to enhance our candidate evaluation process. These tools may assist with initial application screening, skills assessment analysis, and identifying candidates whose qualifications align with specific role requirements. While AI technology supports our recruitment workflow, all final hiring decisions remain under human oversight and judgment. Your Choice Matters:
If you would prefer that your application be reviewed without AI assistance, you can opt out by entering your email address in the email entry field at the bottom of the Automated Processing Legal Notice. Choosing to opt out will not disadvantage your application in any waywe will ensure your materials receive a thorough manual review by our hiring team. For additional details about how we handle your information throughout the application process, please review G2's Applicant Privacy Notice. Holistic support so you can thrive professionally and personally. Were hiring driven, talented people all over the world. Our work towards making G2 a safe, equitable, and inclusive workplace for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr