Panopto

Cloud Systems Specialist (AWS)

Remote

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail Security, Loss Prevention, AI & Computer VisionIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: Not specified

At Panoptyc, we're on a mission to revolutionize loss prevention. Using visual AI and manual reviewers, we help retailers detect theft in over 15,000 markets across the United States. From Fortune 500 giants to local businesses, our impact is far-reaching. As a fully remote, rapidly growing team, we're excited to invite top talent worldwide to join us in reshaping the future of retail security.

About the Role

The Cloud Systems Specialist (AWS) is responsible for the administration, security, optimization, and auditing of our organization's cloud infrastructure and associated systems. This role blends cloud administration, security operations, and financial oversight, with a primary focus on AWS and GitHub environments. You will serve as the gateway to our cloud environment, ensuring robust access controls, maintaining compliance through regular audits, and optimizing our cloud costs through FinOps principles.

Key Responsibilities

  • Cloud Infrastructure Management: Manage, configure, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability across all environments.
  • GitHub Administration: Administer and integrate GitHub repositories, including access management, workflow automation, and repository security controls.
  • Security Implementation: Implement, monitor, and enforce MFA/2FA and other security best practices across all cloud and code systems.
  • Compliance & Auditing: Conduct regular security and compliance audits of cloud workloads, access controls, and code repositories to ensure adherence to security standards.
  • Cloud Financial Operations (FinOps): Monitor and optimize cloud spending, applying FinOps principles to ensure cost-effective use of resources and budget management.
  • Automation & Monitoring: Automate routine tasks and system monitoring using infrastructure-as-code tools and CI/CD pipelines to improve operational efficiency.
  • Incident Response: Respond to and remediate security incidents or vulnerabilities in the cloud environment with rapid resolution and preventive measures.
  • Cross-team Collaboration: Work closely with DevOps, security, and IT teams to ensure seamless operations and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Documentation & Knowledge Management: Document processes, configurations, and audit findings for transparency, knowledge sharing, and compliance purposes.

Requirements

  • AWS Expertise: 3-5 years of hands-on experience with AWS services including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, CloudTrail, and AWS Config.
  • Security Focus: Strong background in cloud security, access management, and implementing MFA/2FA solutions.
  • AWS Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, or AWS Certified SysOps Administrator preferred.
  • GitHub Administration: Experience managing GitHub repositories, access controls, and workflow automation.
  • Infrastructure as Code: Proficiency with CloudFormation, Terraform, or similar IaC tools.
  • Automation Skills: Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automation scripting (Python, Bash), and monitoring tools.
  • FinOps Knowledge: Understanding of cloud cost optimization, budgeting, and financial operations principles.
  • Security & Compliance: Knowledge of security frameworks, audit procedures, and compliance requirements.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documentation and cross-team collaboration.

Bonus Points

  • Experience with IoT/Edge device management and security
  • Background in startups or high-growth technology companies
  • Knowledge of additional cloud providers (Azure, GCP)
  • Experience with container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Understanding of AI/ML infrastructure requirements

Why Join Panoptyc?

  • High Impact Role: Be the guardian of our cloud infrastructure during a critical growth phase.
  • Cutting-edge Technology: Work with AI and computer vision technology solving real-world problems.
  • Professional Growth: Opportunities for career advancement and skill development.

Skills

AWS
Cloud Infrastructure Management
Security Operations
GitHub Administration
Security Best Practices
Compliance & Auditing
FinOps
Automation
Monitoring
Infrastructure-as-Code
CI/CD

Panopto

Video management and streaming solutions provider

About Panopto

Panopto provides a video management and streaming platform tailored for businesses and educational institutions. Users can easily record, manage, and share video content securely, with the software compatible with both Windows and Mac systems. This allows individuals to create professional-quality videos without needing advanced technical skills. Panopto serves over 1,000 clients globally, including major companies and universities, and operates in the expanding enterprise video content management market, which supports live streaming, video recording, and secure hosting. The platform is subscription-based, offering features like interactive quizzes and advanced search capabilities, making it useful for corporate training and academic purposes. Panopto's goal is to facilitate effective video communication and learning by providing a comprehensive and user-friendly video solution.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
$47.2MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, EducationIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Emerging competitors offering similar features at lower costs threaten Panopto's market share.
Rapid AI advancements may outpace Panopto's current capabilities, risking obsolescence.
Reliance on AWS Marketplace poses risks if AWS policies or pricing change negatively.

Differentiation

Panopto offers AI-powered video management solutions for education and enterprise sectors.
The platform integrates seamlessly with Learning Management Systems for enhanced educational experiences.
Panopto's certification of third-party hardware enhances its ecosystem of compatible tools.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI-driven video analytics in education boosts Panopto's market potential.
Expansion into AWS Marketplace simplifies procurement and deployment for enterprise customers.
Localized content hosting, like Japan cloud hosting, meets regional compliance needs.

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