542 Cloud Security Specialists jobs in the United Kingdom

Cloud Security Engineer | AWS, Endpoint Security & Automation | Security SaaS

Prism Digital have partnered with a super interesting and niche VC-backed client specialising in attack surface management and automated red teaming. Their platform provides organisations with real-time visibility into their attack surface and potential exploitable vulnerabilities. They have received numerous awards for being an up-and-coming security SaaS product company and don't have any sign of slowing down their growth.

After receiving a total of $29 million over three funding rounds, they're looking to double their platform engineering division throughout the next 12 months with the first being this role. They have recently expanded into Europe & US and are continuing to grow.

This Cloud Security Engineer will have the opportunity to learn from a highly experienced Head of Platform Engineering who has a seriously impressive background in everything across cloud, security & architecture. Current projects include leading all internal security of the company, leading endpoint security and playing a part in building infrastructure into greenfield regions.

The role also has the opportunity to progress into a Head of Security in the future . This engineer will initially wear a lot of hats to begin with and required to have experience with:

(In order of importance)

• Any Endpoint Security / Vulnerability Management tools
• AWS Security review experience
• Terraform, CI/CD (any) & automation (Python/Go/Bash)

Key Requirements:

• Experience with any endpoint security / vulnerability management tools (they're using Crowdstrike, Wiz & Tennable)
• Understanding of AWS Cloud & Security (batch patching servers)
• Automation - Python / Bash / Go
• ~5 years experience

Nice to have:

• Experience with platform engineering tools such as Terraform and CI/CD (any)

Package:

• £70,000 base
• Pension
• Private health insurance
• FULLY remote (quarterly meetups!)
• Learning budget

This role does not accept candidates from outside the UK nor does it offer visa sponsorship

Cloud Security Engineer | AWS, Endpoint Security & Automation | Security SaaS

• Design, build, and maintain secure cloud infrastructure architectures across multiple cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and implement comprehensive cloud security strategies, policies, and standards.
• Lead security reviews and threat modeling for cloud-based applications and services.
• Architect and deploy security solutions such as identity and access management (IAM), network security, data encryption, and security monitoring tools.
• Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2).
• Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into the CI/CD pipeline (DevSecOps).
• Conduct security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management activities.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents, developing remediation plans.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to junior security engineers and IT staff.
• Stay current with emerging cloud security threats, technologies, and best practices.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training to technical teams.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in information security, with at least 4 years focused on cloud security architecture.
• Hands-on experience designing and implementing security solutions in AWS, Azure, and/or GCP environments.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud security best practices, including IAM, network security (VPCs, firewalls), encryption, and logging/monitoring.
• Experience with security automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Terraform, Ansible).
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks and regulations relevant to cloud environments.
• Strong understanding of threat modeling, risk assessment, and incident response methodologies.
• Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, or Azure Security Engineer are highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• This role is fully remote, with no requirement for regular office presence, though occasional virtual team meetings may occur.

• Designing and architecting secure cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Developing and enforcing cloud security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Implementing and managing security controls, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption.
• Conducting security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing.
• Developing and executing incident response plans for cloud environments.
• Collaborating with engineering and operations teams to ensure secure application development and deployment.
• Monitoring cloud environments for security threats and breaches.
• Providing security guidance and expertise to internal teams.
• Staying current with the latest cloud security threats, trends, and technologies.
• Leading security architecture reviews and providing recommendations for improvement.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2).

• Design, implement, and manage secure cloud architectures across multiple cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and enforce enterprise-wide cloud security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Conduct security risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability analyses for cloud environments.
• Implement and manage cloud security solutions, including IAM, network security, data protection, and SIEM.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure security is integrated into the SDLC and DevOps processes.
• Lead security reviews of cloud applications, infrastructure, and services.
• Stay abreast of emerging cloud security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans for cloud security incidents.
• Provide security guidance and expertise to technical teams and stakeholders.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud security technologies and tools.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Extensive experience as a Cloud Security Architect or in a senior cloud security engineering role.
• In-depth knowledge of security principles and best practices for major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven experience with security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, WAF, SIEM, and encryption.
• Strong understanding of IAM, network security, data security, and endpoint security in cloud environments.
• Experience with container security and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security – Specialty) are highly desirable.