
Cloud Security Engineer
MoonPay
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $209,664 - $220,699 per year
About the role
- Perform Threat Modelling of architectural infrastructure changes and new cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes deployments in GCP and AWS.
- Design, implement, and manage robust security controls and configurations for our GCP and AWS environments.
- Develop and maintain secure Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and tools.
- Implement, manage, and enhance Cloud Security monitoring using DataDog, including alert configuration, response procedures and not just rely on out of box (OOTB) rules.
- Implement and manage Just-in-Time (JIT) access solutions for elevated privilege access to cloud resources.
- Establish and manage the cloud incident management process and program, including leading incident response activities for cloud security events.
- Collaborate with infrastructure and development teams to integrate cloud security best practices throughout the infrastructure lifecycle.
- Research and evaluate emerging cloud security threats and vulnerabilities, and develop effective mitigation strategies.
- Develop and deliver cloud security training and awareness programs to engineering and relevant teams.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of cloud security standards, policies, and documentation, ensuring they are up-to-date.
- Manage the future of our cloud security posture, driving continuous improvement and strategic initiatives.
- Accurately document cloud security configurations, processes, and knowledge, and effectively disseminate this information to other teams.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and drive remediation for cloud infrastructure.
- Support requirements and evidence requested from auditors, compliance and regulators.
Requirements
- You have extensive experience in Cloud Security, with deep expertise in GCP and AWS.
- You possess a strong understanding of Threat Modelling principles and their application to cloud infrastructure and architectural designs.
- You have hands-on experience with cloud security tools and technologies, including DataDog for security monitoring and Terraform for Infrastructure as Code.
- You have proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing cloud security controls and configurations.
- You have experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) in cloud environments, including the implementation and management of Just-in-Time (JIT) access solutions.
- You have a proven ability to establish and manage incident response programs specifically for cloud environments.
- Proficiency in scripting or programming languages relevant to cloud automation and security (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Go, or similar) is a plus.
- You are comfortable explaining technical security concepts, vulnerabilities, and effective mitigations to diverse audiences.
- You are self-motivated, can work independently and effectively in a remote setting while maintaining a team-focused mindset.
- You are highly skilled in documenting security processes and configurations and effectively sharing knowledge with other teams.
- Nice-to-have experience: You have a good understanding of cryptography and its applications in cloud security.
- You contribute to the security community (e.g., open source projects, conference talks, CTFs).
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Equity package: We believe financial freedom starts with our employees, so all employees have ownership at MoonPay
- Pay for performance equity bonus: Those who drive outsized outcomes receive outsized rewards
- Moonshot award. We honor exceptional impact - 10 employees twice a year, each earning a $250,000 equity grant.
- Unlimited holidays: We give you the autonomy to choose when to work (and when to switch off)
- Hybrid working schedule: Work fully remotely or your nearest Moonbase, the choice is yours
- Private Healthcare benefits: To protect you and your loved ones
- Enhanced parental leave: So you can spend more time with your loved ones without a second thought
- Annual training budget: We support your training journey every step of the way
- Home office setup allowance: Create the home office of your dreams
- Remote working allowance: Those working fully remotely get a little extra for utilities
- Monthly budget to spend on our products and zero fee crypto transactions: Cultivate your inner DEGEN
- Employee referral programme: Great people know great people, refer them to receive 10K in USDC
- Regular remote company offsites: Meet your colleagues regularly for high impact in person sessions and hackathons
- Working in a disruptive and fast-growing company where excellence is rewarded
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Cloud SecurityThreat ModellingInfrastructure as CodeTerraformIdentity and Access ManagementJust-in-Time access solutionsIncident responseVulnerability assessmentsScriptingProgramming languages
Soft Skills
CommunicationSelf-motivatedTeam-focusedDocumentationCollaborationTraining and awarenessResearch and evaluationContinuous improvementProblem-solvingTechnical explanation