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Cloud Security Engineer at Security Risk Advisors | LAYIQ

Competencies
In-depth understanding of: Microsoft Azure and Entra ID, including conditional access, PIM, and Defender for Cloud
Google Cloud Platform (GCP) security services, including Security Command Center, IAM, and VPC Service Controls
Amazon Web Services (AWS) security services, including IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, and AWS Config
Cloud identity and access management principles and zero trust architecture
Working knowledge of: Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and Cloud Workload Protection Platforms (CWPP)
Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or CloudFormation
Networking concepts as applied to cloud environments (VPCs, peering, private endpoints, firewalls)
SIEM and EDR technologies in cloud-integrated environments
Experience with: CI/CD pipeline security and DevSecOps practices
Organizing or supporting penetration testing, purple team exercises, or cloud-focused security assessments
Compliance frameworks relevant to cloud environments (e.g., CIS Benchmarks, NIST CSF, SOC 2)
Moderate experience with: Scripting and automation using Python, PowerShell, or Bash
Automation via tools such as Power Automate, Logic Apps, or cloud-native orchestration services
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Work Environment
This job operates on-site in a professional office environment or remotely as needed/required. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. This is a largely sedentary role.
Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and email careers@sra.io with any questions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable disabled individuals to perform the essential functions of this role.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5pm. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Travel
Less than 5%.
Required Education and Experience
Punctuality and timely attendance to external client and internal stakeholder needs.
A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a similar field of study, or equivalent experience.
3+ years of hands-on experience in cloud security engineering or a related role, with demonstrable experience across at least two of the three major cloud platforms (Azure, GCP, AWS).
Relevant cloud security certifications preferred (e.g., AZ-500, SC-100, Google PCSE, AWS Security Specialty).
A passion for learning about cloud security, emerging technologies, and threat landscapes.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Other Duties

Benefits

Work with Experts: Robust internal training program, plus Company-paid external training. SRA recognizes the value of professional development for employees. Therefore, we encourage our employees to pursue continuing education and role-specific training. Every SRA employee is eligible to attend one training per year paid for by SRA.
Mental Health Services: SRA has partnered with BetterHelp to provide SRA employees with free mental health support. BetterHelp connects individuals with licensed therapists for chat, video, and phone sessions.
Medical / Dental / Other (regular full-time employees only)
Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits at different price points.
Company-paid disability and life insurance.
Company 401(k) plan including annual 3% safe harbor contribution.
Free patient advocacy service that helps find care providers and resolve insurance queries.
Free financial advising.
Generous parental leave, sick leave, and vacation policies.
Possibility to work remotely or with a flexible schedule when needed and approved.
Company-paid cell phone with discounted accessories.
1-2-3 Give Program: 1. SRA will give $1,000 to a charity of your choice. 2. If you give an additional amount (up to $1,000), then 3. SRA will match that amount up to $1,000.
Other discounted, employee-paid benefits including pet insurance, legal support, and voluntary life insurance.
SRA’s mission is to level up every day to protect our clients and their customers. This begins with our team members and their experience. SRA prides itself on maintaining a culture where team members have a shared sense of support and belonging, consistent with our It’s Personal company value. At SRA, we prioritize transparent career pathing, varied DEI programming and community groups, competitive benefits including mental health support, and an emphasis on a sustainable, healthy, and engaging work culture. SRA has twice been named a Best Place to Work by the Philadelphia Business Journal.
These Essential Functions, Requirements, and Skills are guidelines. If you are a candidate who does not meet this exact job description but can demonstrate excellent organization, attention to detail, professionalism, flexibility, and self-direction in your professional background, we hope you apply. SRA values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, and veterans to apply.

Salary Range: $90k - 130k

Cloud Security Engineer

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