Cloud Security Automation Engineer

January 28

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GuidePoint Security

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GuidePoint Security is a cybersecurity firm offering consulting, engineering, and managed services to help organizations secure their digital assets. The company specializes in application security, cloud security, data protection, email security, threat intelligence, and identity and access management. With solutions tailored to various platforms including AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, and OT environments, GuidePoint Security aims to enhance cybersecurity resilience for both enterprise and government clients. They focus on integrating advanced security technologies and providing expertise in risk assessment, compliance, and security awareness education, helping clients navigate complex cybersecurity challenges and improve their security posture.

Application Security • Cloud Security • Data Security & Privacy • DLP • GRC

201 - 500 employees

🔒 Cybersecurity

📋 Description

•Guide clients in securing cloud-native workloads, including Kubernetes environments. •Collaborate with clients to assess cloud security needs and provide expert guidance. •Advise on developing and enforcing security policies using Policy as Code. •Implement and secure Infrastructure as Code (IaC) deployments. •Assist clients in automating secrets management solutions. •Integrate security controls into CI/CD processes with DevOps teams. •Educate clients on cloud security best practices and automation techniques. •Develop tools and scripts for automating security tasks across cloud environments.

🎯 Requirements

•Proven experience in consulting or a similar role, with a focus on securing cloud-native environments, particularly Kubernetes. •Proficiency in Policy as Code tools (e.g., Open Policy Agent, Kyverno, HashiCorp Sentinel) and experience guiding clients in their implementation. •Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CDKTF, AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK, Bicep, or Azure Resource Manager (ARM). •Strong knowledge of secrets management solutions (e.g., HashiCorp Vault, AWS Secrets Manager, Akeyless, Azure KeyVault) and the ability to guide clients through the implementation process. •Experience with CI/CD & GitOps platforms and integrating security into DevOps & GitOps processes (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, ArgoCD, Harness, ADO). •Solid understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, or OCI) and their native security services. •Excellent client-facing communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in diverse environments. •Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) to support client engagements. •Preferred: Certifications such as Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS), AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Terraform Associate, etc.

🏖️ Benefits

•Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions) •Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family) and GPS will contribute in one lump sum: ($500 per EE annually / $1000 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options) •Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans •12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program •Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance •Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment •Pet Benefit Option