Senior Security Engineer Perimeter & Cloud Security

Senior Security Engineer Perimeter & Cloud Security

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Amazon Web Services (AWS) Authentication Protocols Authentications Automation AWS Identity And Access Management (IAM) AWS Key Management Service (KMS) Cloud Computing Cloud Technology Cyber Incident Response Cyber Security Firewall Identity And Access Management Intrusion Detection And Prevention Management Microsoft 365 Python (Programming Language) Scripting Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Vulnerability

Summary: The Senior Security Engineer role focuses on perimeter and cloud security, requiring extensive experience in designing and implementing security solutions. The position involves leading enterprise-wide security initiatives, particularly in SD-WAN, Palo Alto GlobalProtect, AWS security services, and Microsoft 365 Defender Suite. The candidate will also oversee security policies and collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance and secure architecture. This is a contract position with a duration of 6 months, potentially extendable.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Architect and implement SD-WAN solutions to optimize secure connectivity across distributed environments.
  • Lead deployment and configuration of Palo Alto GlobalProtect VPN for secure remote access.
  • Design and enforce perimeter security policies including firewall rules, intrusion prevention, and secure web gateways.
  • Oversee AWS cloud security including IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, CloudTrail, and KMS.
  • Implement and manage identity and access management (IAM) solutions using Okta and Microsoft Entra.
  • Manage and monitor Microsoft 365 security configurations (Defender Suite, Exchange Online Protection, etc.).
  • Integrate and maintain secure authentication protocols including OAuth2 and SAML.
  • Lead access recertification processes to ensure compliance and least privilege principles.
  • Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability scans across hybrid infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure secure design and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Develop and maintain security documentation, runbooks, and incident response procedures.

Key Skills:

  • 8+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity roles with focus on perimeter and cloud security.
  • Proven hands-on expertise with SD-WAN solutions.
  • Palo Alto GlobalProtect VPN.
  • AWS security services (IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, CloudTrail, KMS).
  • Microsoft 365 Defender Suite.
  • Strong knowledge and implementation experience with Okta and Microsoft Entra for IAM.
  • Familiarity with OAuth2, SAML, and access recertification processes.
  • Understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python) for automation and integration.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across teams.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Role: Senior Security Engineer Perimeter & Cloud Security
Location: Remote
Duration: 6 Months+ can be extendable
Domain/Industry: Preferably Insurance
Year of Experience: 8-12 Years
Type: Contract

Job Description: We are seeking a Senior Security Architect with deep expertise in perimeter and cloud security to design, implement, and lead enterprise-wide security initiatives. This role requires a strong technical background in SD-WAN, Palo Alto GlobalProtect, AWS security services, and Microsoft 365 Defender Suite, along with proven leadership in driving secure architecture across hybrid environments.

Primary Responsibilities (Must-Haves)

  • Architect and implement SD-WAN solutions to optimize secure connectivity across distributed environments.
  • Lead deployment and configuration of Palo Alto GlobalProtect VPN for secure remote access.
  • Design and enforce perimeter security policies including firewall rules, intrusion prevention, and secure web gateways.
  • Oversee AWS cloud security including IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, CloudTrail, and KMS.


Additional Responsibilities (Nice-to-Haves)

  • Implement and manage identity and access management (IAM) solutions using Okta and Microsoft Entra.
  • Manage and monitor Microsoft 365 security configurations (Defender Suite, Exchange Online Protection, etc.).
  • Integrate and maintain secure authentication protocols including OAuth2 and SAML.
  • Lead access recertification processes to ensure compliance and least privilege principles.
  • Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability scans across hybrid infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure secure design and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Develop and maintain security documentation, runbooks, and incident response procedures.


Qualifications & Requirements

  • 8+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity roles with focus on perimeter and cloud security.
  • Proven hands-on expertise with:
  • SD-WAN solutions
  • Palo Alto GlobalProtect VPN
  • AWS security services (IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, CloudTrail, KMS)
  • Microsoft 365 Defender Suite
  • Strong knowledge and implementation experience with Okta and Microsoft Entra for IAM.
  • Familiarity with OAuth2, SAML, and access recertification processes.
  • Understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python) for automation and integration.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across teams.
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