The Cloud security SME is responsible for support cloud security initiatives by enhancing IaC security processes and fine-tuning native firewalls (e.g., AWS Security Groups, Azure NSGs, GCP Firewall Rules) to align with best practices and compliance requirements

Key Responsibilities:

IaC Security Scanning & Hardening: Integrate IaC security scanning tools (e.g., Checkov, TFSec, Snyk IaC, Terraform Validator) into CI/CD pipelines. Analyze and remediate findings from IaC scans (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates). Develop custom policies for IaC scanning tools based on organizational security standards.

Firewall Implementation & Tuning: Design and implement native firewall rules across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Perform rule optimization, consolidation, and risk-based tuning to reduce attack surfaces. Conduct regular reviews and audits of firewall configurations and access controls.

Risk Management & Compliance: Align firewall and IaC security policies with industry standards (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001). Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and evidence of controls.

Requirements: 7+ years of experience in cloud security, network security, or DevSecOps. Hands-on experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or other IaC tools. Deep understanding of cloud-native firewall services (AWS, Azure, GCP). Proficiency in security tools: Checkov, Prisma Cloud, Aqua, Snyk, etc. Certifications preferred: AWS/Azure/GCP Security Specialty, CISSP, CCSP, Terraform Associate. Proficiency in Automation by using Powershell, Bash and Python, etc.