Hiring: Lead Cloud Security Engineer Company: Optimum Location: Norwalk, CT Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 13:12:46 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : AWS, CI/CD, Configuration Management, Encryption, GCP, GDPR, HIPAA, IAM, IaC, IaaS, PCI DSS, PowerShell, Python, SIEM, VPC, WAF, Zero Trust About the job Experience: •5-7 years of experience in cloud security engineering roles, with a focus on public cloud environments. •7+ years' of experience in Information Technology •7 years of experience in cloud security engineering roles, with a focus on public cloud environments. Required Skills: •Cloud Security Architecture: Design and implement robust security architectures for cloud environments, incorporating cloud security posture management, vulnerability management, network detection and response, and other security capabilities aligned with best practices, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. •Security Automation: Implement automation scripts and tools, integrated with cloud security posture management, vulnerability management, network detection and response, and other security solutions, to streamline security processes, enhance incident response capabilities, and enforce security policies across cloud deployments. •Understand cloud usage patterns and trends, cloud pricing models, and cost management tools. •Mentorship and Leadership: Mentor cloud security engineers, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities. Lead security-related projects and initiatives, ensuring timely and effective completion. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (Master's degree preferred). •Applied hands-on capability in security tools and technologies, including cloud security posture management, vulnerability management, network detection and response, SIEM, DLP, WAF, CASB, and endpoint security solutions. •Proficiency in designing, implementing, and managing security controls within cloud platforms, such as IAM, VPC, Zero Trust principles, IaC, IAAS, Security Groups, Key Management Services, SDLC, Ci/Cd pipelines and Network Security. •In-depth knowledge of networking concepts, protocols, and architecture, with the ability to troubleshoot complex security issues. •Operational familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and automation frameworks for security orchestration and configuration management. •Industry certifications in cloud security (e.g., CCSK, CCSP, GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer, AWS Certified Security - Specialty) are highly desirable. •Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. •If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team. Together, we'll shape the future of connectivity. •All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company’s discretion based on business necessity. Compensation: •$133,661 - $219,586 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!