Cloud Security Engineer (Contract)

at  Spinnaker Solutions

Title: Cloud Security Engineer (Contract)
Location: Alpharetta, GA
Status: 1099 Contract – 6 months+
Onsite Schedule: Hybrid In-Office (M, Tu, Th) WFH (W, F)
Compensation: $65-80/hour
Travel: Minimal travel will be required
Our client has an immediate need for a Cloud Security Engineer. They are actively building out their Cloud environment in GCP and are looking for a Cloud Security Engineer to play a crucial role in safeguarding their cloud environment, working closely with their experienced security team to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our clients’ data and applications.

REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 1 year of security experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts, preferably with experience in Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Familiarity with security best practices, including encryption, access control, and identity management.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Relevant certifications such as Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer, CompTIA Security+, or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are a plus but not required.

• Coordinate with architecture function in the design and implementation of security controls and best practices for GCP environments.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts and incidents, taking proactive measures to mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess security requirements and provide guidance on secure cloud architecture.
• Assist vulnerability management team to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats and trends, and recommend security enhancements.
• Assist in compliance efforts by implementing security policies and procedures.