Remote Cloud Security Analyst
Company: Naukri Mitra
Location: Remote
Salary: $137,500 per annum
Job Summary
Naukri Mitra seeks a highly skilled and motivated Remote Cloud Security Analyst to join our client’s dynamic cybersecurity team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure cloud environments, ensuring that systems and data remain safe while operating in the cloud. You can work on exciting and challenging projects across various industries, allowing you to put your security skills to work in a rapidly evolving cloud environment. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to meaningful projects in cloud security.
Key Responsibilities
- Cloud Security Management involves Developing, maintaining, and monitoring security protocols and measures to safeguard data, systems, and networks in cloud infrastructure, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Threat Analysis and Mitigation: Identify security risks and vulnerabilities within cloud environments. Conducted security assessments, analyzed threats, and implemented mitigation strategies to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches.
- Compliance: Ensure cloud services comply with relevant security standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices. Understand GDPR, HIPAA, and other regulatory frameworks.
- Incident Response: I lead incident response efforts for security breaches in cloud environments. I investigate incidents, manage escalation, and provide remediation strategies to prevent future occurrences.
- Access Control and Identity Management: Manage and enforce identity and access management (IAM) policies within the cloud infrastructure. Ensure role-based access control (RBAC) and the principle of least privilege are applied effectively.
- Security Tools Implementation: To enhance security monitoring and response, deploy, configure, and manage security tools such as firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and encryption systems within cloud platforms.
- Collaboration: Work closely with DevOps, IT, and software engineering teams to integrate security measures into cloud deployments. Provide expertise and guidance in securing CI/CD pipelines.
- Security Best Practices: Develop security policies, procedures, and best practices. Conduct cloud security training sessions for internal teams to enhance awareness and adherence to security protocols.
- Monitoring and Reporting: Continuously monitor the cloud infrastructure for signs of security breaches. Generate reports on the security posture, incidents, and improvements, presenting findings to senior management as required.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor's Degree: Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered.
- Experience: At least 3-5 years of cybersecurity experience, focusing on cloud security. Familiarity with cloud service providers such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications, such as the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), AWS Certified Security Specialty, or equivalent, are preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in configuring and managing security tools in cloud environments. Experience with cloud networking, firewalls, security controls, encryption, and Identity and Access Management (IAM).
- Threat Analysis: Strong understanding of threat analysis, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and incident response.
- Compliance Knowledge: Solid understanding of cloud security compliance requirements, including GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, and other standards.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, emphasizing detail-oriented work and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Self-Starter: Ability to work independently remotely, demonstrating proactive behavior and effective time management.
Why Join Us?
- Flexibility: You can enjoy the benefits of working remotely from anywhere, allowing you to achieve an optimal work-life balance.
- Challenging Environment: Contribute to significant projects where you can apply your skills to make a meaningful impact on the security of cloud systems.
- Career Growth: At Naukri Mitra, we value continuous learning and professional growth. We offer opportunities for training, upskilling, and certifications to keep you at the forefront of the evolving cybersecurity field.
- Diverse Team: Join a diverse and inclusive workforce that values each team member's perspective and contributions. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence.
- Company Culture: Join a positive work culture that fosters creativity, collaboration, and respect. We value feedback, openness, and the collective drive to enhance security measures and face cybersecurity challenges head-on.
About Naukri Mitra
Naukri Mitra is a leading recruitment agency that connects talented professionals with top organizations across various sectors. We are committed to helping individuals find career opportunities that align with their skills and aspirations. Our mission is to empower companies with the right talent while providing career advancement opportunities to job seekers worldwide.
Application Process
We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about cloud security and enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. We seek someone eager to innovate solutions to cloud security challenges and help us maintain a secure and resilient cloud infrastructure for our clients.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Naukri Mitra is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and with all kinds of experiences to apply.
Key Points to Remember
- Role: Remote Cloud Security Analyst, focusing on secure cloud infrastructure.
- Location: Fully remote, work from anywhere.
- Salary: $137,500 per year.
- Key Skills: Cloud security, IAM, incident response, threat analysis, regulatory compliance.
- Why Apply: Flexibility, career growth, challenging work environment, diverse and inclusive team.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing field while working remotely and having the chance to secure cloud environments that power critical applications. If you are ready to take your cloud security skills to the next level and work in an environment that values your expertise, apply today.