Cloud & Security Engineer

Cloud & Security Engineer

Hybrid - Belfast | Full-time

About the Role:

Our client is a leading organisation in the digital asset space, supporting institutional partners with secure, innovative technology solutions. They are seeking a Cloud & Security Engineer to help design, implement, and maintain secure multi-cloud environments while strengthening their overall security posture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support onboarding and offboarding to cloud platforms, improving workflows and user experience.
• Design, implement, and maintain secure AWS/Azure environments, including IAM, network security, segmentation, and encryption.
• Manage cloud operations, including asset inventory, performance monitoring, backup processes, and BCP/DR readiness.
• Implement and manage native cloud security services (e.g., AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, Azure Defender, Key Vault, Azure Policy).
• Build security automation and IaC-driven deployments using Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Integrate security testing into CI/CD pipelines (SAST, DAST, IaC scanning).
• Ensure cloud infrastructure meets internal policies and regulatory standards.
• Configure cloud-native logging, monitoring, and incident response workflows.
• Collaborate with DevOps and IT teams to guide secure deployment practices.
• Maintain documentation, runbooks, SOPs, and incident response playbooks.

Requirements:

• Proficiency with Terraform or CloudFormation and secure cloud provisioning practices.
• Strong experience with AWS and/or Azure security models and native services.
• Scripting and automation experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Hands-on knowledge of IAM, VPC/VNet configuration, firewalls, WAFs, and encryption.
• Understanding of DevSecOps and CI/CD tooling (e.g., GitHub Actions, Bitbucket).
• Ability to work with vendors and maintain accurate documentation.
• 3+ years in Cloud Security, DevOps, or SRE roles with a strong security focus.
• Bonus: experience in regulated environments, relevant cloud/security certifications, or AI-enhanced security tools.

What’s Offered:

A collaborative, high-autonomy environment where your voice is valued and your impact is visible. Flexible working, a supportive culture, and opportunities for long-term development.