Senior Cloud Engineer at Coalfire

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

BS or above in related Information Technology field or equivalent combination of education and experience
5+ years of directly relevant systems engineering and architecture experience including requirements definition, architecture development, development of use cases and stories, and systems integration & test
5+ years of experience supporting cloud architecture, design, implementation, operations and automation in AWS, Azure or GCP
5+ years of experience with Infrastructure-as-Code and orchestration/automation tools such as Terraform and Ansible
Strong experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP platform capabilities and services (Cloud Architect, Cloud DevOps Engineer, or Cloud Security Engineer)
Experience working within technical teams of 3+ individuals in an Agile environment
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Effective documentation skills, including technical diagrams and written descriptions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

Become a member of a highly-collaborative engineering team offering a unique blend of engineering solutions
Serve as the cloud SME to clients within design, architecture, and deployment engagements in the AWS, Azure, or GCP space using automated orchestration and configuration management techniques
Mentor junior team members by reviewing their work, sharing best practices, and guiding them through troubleshooting and operational standards
Contribute to the development and improvement of internal tools, scripts, and processes that enhance service delivery, repeatability, and client outcomes
Perform as a partner with leading Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) and enterprises to meet security goals and pave the way for digital transformation and modernization
Design and implement security tooling solutions such as Tenable, Trend Micro, AquaSec, Microsoft Defender, Burp Suite and others
Engage in developing client cloud and security strategies, vision-state architectures, roadmaps, and planning activities
Engage with clients to perform cloud configuration and maturity reviews
Coordinate with clients and team members to identify the right balance of defense-in-depth techniques to translate customer’s goals into a secure and effective solution
Engage in designing and implementing secure and compliant enterprise servers, network infrastructure, boundary protection, and cloud architectures using Infrastructure-as-Code
Work across a myriad of technology stacks in the leading cloud providers like AWS, Azure, and GCP, researching how to understand and utilize native services in deployments
Provide support to the security assessment and authorization process
Authoring and peer review of detailed design documentation, including security documentation and inclusive of vendor best practices

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AWSAzureGCPTenableTrend MicroAquaSecMicrosoft DefenderCloud ArchitectureAutomationConfiguration Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this Senior Cloud Engineer position?

This is a Regular Full Time position.

Is this Senior Cloud Engineer role remote or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the Senior Cloud Engineer role?

The role requires expertise in AWS, Azure, or GCP; Infrastructure-as-Code; automated orchestration and configuration management; and security tooling like Tenable, Trend Micro, AquaSec, Microsoft Defender, and Burp Suite.

What is the company culture like at Coalfire for this role?

Coalfire fosters a highly-collaborative engineering team environment with passionate problem-solvers who are hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference, emphasizing innovation, operational excellence, and teamwork.

What makes a strong candidate for the Senior Cloud Engineer position?

Strong candidates excel as cloud SMEs in AWS, Azure, or GCP, have experience with Infrastructure-as-Code and security tools, can mentor juniors, and thrive in collaborative settings while contributing to client success.

Coalfire

Cybersecurity advisory and managed services provider

About Coalfire

Coalfire provides cybersecurity advisory services to help businesses safeguard their digital assets and enhance their security protocols. The company offers a range of services, including risk assessments, threat management, compliance evaluations, and third-party risk management. Coalfire also specializes in cloud security consulting, assisting clients in securing their cloud environments and ensuring they meet compliance requirements. What sets Coalfire apart from its competitors is its focus on both large enterprises and highly regulated industries, such as healthcare and finance, along with its commitment to advancing cybersecurity education through initiatives like the Richard E. Dakin Fund. The goal of Coalfire is to empower organizations to effectively manage cyber risks and achieve compliance with industry standards.

Westminster, ColoradoHeadquarters

2001Year Founded

$9.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Consulting, CybersecurityIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees