Senior Cloud & Security Engineer

KPA

Senior Cloud & Security Engineer managing KPA's cloud infrastructure and security technologies. Leading complex technical projects for security, scalability, and operational maturity.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing enterprise security platforms, cloud infrastructure, and identity management while ensuring compliance with SOC 2 standards. Proficient in leading security initiatives, vulnerability management, and automation to enhance organizational security posture.

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Enterprise Security Platforms ManagementCloud Infrastructure AdministrationIdentity Management ExpertiseVulnerability Management & RemediationSOC 2 Compliance Support

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Hard Skills

Microsoft 365 AdministrationAzure Infrastructure ManagementEndpoint ManagementVulnerability ManagementPenetration TestingSecurity HardeningPowerShell AutomationREST API IntegrationIdentity ArchitectureCloud Modernization

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationProject ManagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

CrowdStrikeRapid7Cisco UmbrellaCisco DuoEntra IDExchange OnlineCisco MerakiVPN InfrastructureMicrosoft GraphAI-Assisted Development

Certifications & Qualifications

Microsoft AZ-104Microsoft AZ-500Microsoft MS-102Microsoft SC-300CompTIA Security+CISSP

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityZero Trust Security PrinciplesSOC 2 ComplianceSecurity Incident ResponseTechnical Documentation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own KPA's enterprise security platforms including CrowdStrike, Rapid7, Cisco Umbrella, Cisco Duo and related technologies.
Lead vulnerability management & remediation, endpoint security, identity security, privileged access, penetration testing, and security hardening initiatives.
Investigate and respond to complex security incidents while partnering with the IT Operations team on security and infrastructure escalations.
Own the technical implementation and ongoing operation of infrastructure-related SOC 2 controls and security audit related requirements.
Continuously evaluate new technologies and recommend improvements that strengthen KPA's overall security posture.
Own Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Exchange Online, Exchange Hybrid modernization, identity architecture, and endpoint management.
Own Azure infrastructure and AWS workloads outside the DevOps application stack. Partner with DevOps where needed as there is a natural crossover between them and this position.
Own Cisco Meraki networking, VPN infrastructure, and cloud connectivity.
Lead technical initiatives including cloud modernization, email domain consolidation, phone system replacement, identity modernization, and enterprise platform upgrades.
Lead complex security and cloud projects from planning through implementation and post-change validation.
Build automation using PowerShell, Microsoft Graph, REST APIs, and leverage AI-assisted development and automation to improve engineering efficiency and reduce manual effort.
Produce clear technical documentation, implementation plans, rollback procedures, and operational handoffs.
Proactively identify technical debt, security gaps, and opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and modernization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience.
7+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure, systems engineering, security engineering, or a related senior technical role.
Strong experience administering Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Azure, Windows Server, Exchange Online, and hybrid identity.
Experience with enterprise security platforms such as CrowdStrike, Rapid7, Cisco Umbrella, Duo, or equivalent technologies.
Strong understanding of identity, networking, endpoint management, vulnerability management, and Zero Trust security principles.
Experience supporting SOC 2 or similar compliance frameworks.
Relevant certifications such as Microsoft AZ-104, AZ-500, MS-102, SC-300, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or equivalent certifications are preferred.
Excellent communication, documentation, project management, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus potential of 10% annually