Cloud Security DevOps Engineer

We are looking for a Cloud Security DevOps Engineer to join our team and play a crucial role in securing cloud infrastructure, automating security controls, and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with tools like Palo Alto (or equivalent) , strong knowledge of cloud security best practices , and proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) . Key Responsibilities: - Implement and manage cloud-native security tools and solutions (e.g., Palo Alto , SIEM/XSIEM, AWS/OCI security services). - Automate infrastructure deployment and security policies using Terraform . - Integrate security checks and controls into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, BitBucket GitHub Actions). - Monitor cloud environments for misconfigurations, vulnerabilities, and threats. - Work closely with development teams to ensure security is embedded from design to deployment. - Perform regular security assessments, incident response support, and log analysis. - Manage and optimize SIEM/SOAR tools and security dashboards for visibility and alerting. - Stay updated on emerging cloud security trends and compliance requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Benchmarks). Required Skills Qualifications: - 3 4 years of experience in cloud security, DevOps, or infrastructure security roles. - Solid understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, OCI) and their security models. - Proficiency in Terraform , scripting (Python/Bash), and configuration management. - Hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls , or equivalent security tools. - Familiarity with CI/CD tools like BitBucket, Jenkins. - Strong grasp of cloud security best practices , IAM policies, encryption, and network security. - Experience with container security and Kubernetes is a plus. - Knowledge of compliance standards (e.g., SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR) is preferred. Certifications (Preferred but not mandatory): - AWS Certified Security Specialty - Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) - HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate - Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP Skills: Cloud Security Experience: 3.00-5.00 Years