Hex Technologies
Cloud Security Engineer
Remote role where the employee must remain based in a particular country.
United States only
Employer listed it 3 weeks ago · Added yesterday
Been open since 3 weeks ago, still being checked, but it has been live a while.
Salary
$198,750 to $295,000
Location
United States only
Timezone
Not stated
Contract
Full-time
Experience
Mid
Category
Software
Stated by the employer in the job description
Remote flexibility
Work from home
This is a remote role, but the employee must be based in United States. It is work from home rather than work from anywhere.
What the employer says
- Source listing states candidate location: "SF, NYC, or Remote (US), US Timezones"
What Nomaders makes of it
- Residency required in United States
- Payroll and tax are likely handled in that country only
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About the role
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Cloud Security Engineer to join Hex’s security team. You will be responsible for ensuring the security and resilience of our cloud infrastructure, providing leadership in cloud security practices, and collaborating closely with our infrastructure and engineering teams to secure our cloud-native applications.
About the role:
Design, implement, and manage security solutions and controls for AWS environments and Kubernetes clusters, including appropriate isolation/sandboxing methods for Hex’s RCE-as-a-Service platform
Build, deploy, and maintain infrastructure-as-code using Terraform, ensuring robust security standards are enforced.
Conduct security assessments, threat modeling, and audits on AWS cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes deployments.
Collaborate with development and operations teams to embed security best practices into CI/CD pipelines.
Monitor and respond to cloud security incidents, identifying root causes and recommending remediation actions.
Provide expertise in compliance requirements related to cloud security (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS).
Mentor engineers and advocate for cloud security across the organization.
About you:
5+ years of experience in cloud security engineering, with extensive expertise in AWS.
Demonstrated proficiency with Kubernetes security including cluster hardening, role-based access control (RBAC), network policies, and container vulnerability management.
Expert-level knowledge and hands-on experience with Terraform.
Familiarity with AWS security services (e.g., IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, CloudTrail, WAF).
Familiarity with CNAPP solutions such as Wiz
Familiarity with SIEM solutions such as Panther
Solid understanding of secure software development lifecycle practices, CI/CD security, and DevSecOps methodologies.
Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS), and Terraform Associate certification are highly desirable.
Bonus points for security certifications from SANS or OffSec.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Our Engineering team
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Requirements
- ·5+ years of experience in cloud security engineering, with extensive expertise in AWS.
- ·Demonstrated proficiency with Kubernetes security including cluster hardening, role-based access control (RBAC), network policies, and container vulnerability management.
- ·Expert-level knowledge and hands-on experience with Terraform.
- ·Familiarity with AWS security services (e.g., IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, CloudTrail, WAF).
- ·Familiarity with CNAPP solutions such as Wiz
Benefits
No benefits package published with this listing. Ask about it at first interview.
How to apply
- 1Check the flexibility label above, work from home, matches where you plan to live and work.
- 2Tailor your CV to the role at Hex Technologies, mentioning your remote working experience.
- 3Apply directly on the employer's careers page using the button below. Nomaders never handles your application.
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