Senior Cloud Security Engineer

Techstra Solutions is seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Cloud Security Engineer to join our team. This role is crucial for ensuring the security and compliance of our cloud infrastructure in a highly regulated financial environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud security, a deep understanding of regulatory requirements, and the ability to design, implement, and maintain secure cloud solutions.

Primary Success Factors

· Design, develop, and deploy scalable cloud-based security solutions to protect sensitive financial data and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

· Perform comprehensive vulnerability testing, risk analyses, and security assessments to identify and mitigate potential threats.

· Develop and coordinate robust cloud security procedures

· Monitor for and respond to security incidents in the cloud environment, utilizing advanced security tools and techniques.

· Collaborate with IT and development teams to ensure cloud solutions are securely integrated with existing software and infrastructure, following best practices and security standards.

· Keep abreast of the latest security issues, regulatory changes, and industry trends to proactively address emerging threats.

· Assist with the design of security training and awareness programs to educate staff about cloud security risks and responsibilities, fostering a culture of security within the organization.

· Regularly report on the status of cloud security, including any breaches or vulnerabilities, to senior management and stakeholders.

· Work with third-party vendors to ensure that security requirements are met and maintain strong relationships with external security partners.

· Maintain compliance with all relevant security and privacy laws and regulations, including PCI-DSS, GDPR, SOX, and other industry-specific standards

Required Experience

· Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Specific experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

· Minimum of 7 years of experience

· Relevant certifications in Cyber Security, with Cloud specific certifications a plus.

· Proven experience in cloud security engineering, preferably in a financial institution, with a track record of successfully implementing secure cloud solutions.

· Strong knowledge of cloud platforms and cloud security best practices, including identity and access management, encryption, and network security.

· Experience with regulatory compliance frameworks such as PCI-DSS, GDPR, and SOX, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.

· Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach to security.

· Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

· Experience with DevSecOps practices and tools, including continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.

· Knowledge of infrastructure as code (IaC) and automation tools, such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.

· Familiarity with security monitoring and incident response tools, such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and EDR solutions.

· Ability to deliver with minimal management oversight

Location: 

This position is based in Pittsburgh, PA and required to be on site (Hybrid)

At Techstra Solutions, we help top companies and brands achieve the business value of Digital and Talent Transformation. We believe there are three components in successful business transformation: Business Strategy, Technology and Talent. It is the coming together of these three disciplines that enables companies to take full advantage of opportunities. It differentiates us. Our approach is holistic and all-encompassing. We consider the full picture as we guide our clients on this journey. We are experts in transformation, business strategy, technology, innovation, and human capital management. We deliver our expertise through client consulting, innovative staffing solutions and software development. From strategy through implementation, we are dedicated to bringing our clients world-class business and talent solutions that fit strategic requirements and most importantly, deliver results.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Techstra Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. The Company makes its decisions on merit, and its policy of equal opportunity prohibits discrimination in all phases of the employment process, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotion, selection, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. The policy of equal opportunity applies without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender,, sexual orientation, gender identification, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, military status, veteran status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, alienage or citizenship, domestic partnership status, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected categories under federal, state, or local law. The Company also prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon the perception that a person has, or is associated with a person who has, any of these characteristics.