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We are looking for a skilled Associate Cloud Security Engineer - AWS to support cloud security consulting engagements within the Cloud practice. This early-career role focuses on assisting with security assessments, architecture reviews, compliance mapping, and cloud-native control implementation in AWS environments. You will work alongside senior consultants on diverse client engagements while providing “Wow Them” service to clients and internal teammates.
The Associate Cloud Security Engineer - AWS will be expected to demonstrate foundational AWS security skills, a strong willingness to learn, and effective communication abilities. This role offers hands-on mentorship, exposure to diverse client environments, and a clear path to professional growth within a leading cybersecurity consultancy.
The Cloud Security (AWS) practice is responsible for delivering security consulting services to clients operating in Amazon Web Services environments. We design, assess, and implement secure cloud architectures across the organization.
Our team of cloud security engineers and consultants focuses on architecture design, risk assessments, compliance, and cloud-native security control implementation. We partner with clients across industries to strengthen their cloud security posture.
Focus on AWS-native security tooling and cloud security best practices
Hands-on consulting engagements from assessment through implementation
Growing practice with strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
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AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification (required)
Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (internships, lab environments, and project-based experience count)
Foundational understanding of AWS IAM including roles, policies, and MFA configuration
Familiarity with AWS security services such as CloudTrail, GuardDuty, Security Hub, and AWS Config
Exposure to Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK)
Understanding of core network security concepts including VPCs, security groups, and NACLs
Basic scripting ability (Python preferred; Bash or PowerShell also acceptable)
Awareness of multi-account AWS environment concepts
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or AWS Certified Security – Specialty certification
Exposure to AWS Organizations, SCPs, or permission boundaries
Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline security concepts and preventive guardrails
Experience with CSPM, CWPP, or CIEM tools
Prior internship, co-op, or project experience in a cybersecurity or cloud engineering role
CompTIA Security+ or CCSK (Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge) certification
Private cybersecurity services and solutions firm serving businesses and government agencies with consulting, engineering, and managed security.
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