Cloud Security Specialist

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Role Overview

Cloud Security Specialist

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Key Functions

• Design and implement security controls across multi‑cloud environments, with primary focus on GCP
• Secure cloud‑native services including Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Compute Engine, and Cloud Storage
• Implement and manage identity, access, and network security controls across cloud platforms
• Embed security into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows, enabling secure‑by‑design cloud solutions

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain cloud security architectures aligned with best practices and the shared responsibility model
• Implement Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Identity‑Aware Proxy (IAP) to enforce least‑privilege access
• Configure and enforce network security controls using VPCs, Cloud Armor, Cloud VPN, and firewall rules
• Implement data protection mechanisms including encryption, key management, and data loss prevention using Cloud KMS and Secret Manager
• Monitor, detect, and respond to cloud security events leveraging Security Command Center, Cloud Logging, and Cloud Monitoring
• Perform cloud security assessments, vulnerability analysis, and misconfiguration reviews
• Support cloud‑related incident response and forensic activities
• Integrate security controls into Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or similar)
• Ensure compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA / ECC)
• Develop and maintain cloud security policies, standards, and hardening guidelines
• Partner with engineering teams to remediate findings and continuously improve security posture

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in cloud security, cybersecurity, or infrastructure security
• Hands‑on experience securing at least one major cloud platform (GCP preferred)
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture and the shared responsibility model
• Solid knowledge of:
• Identity and Access Management
• Network security, segmentation, firewalls, and private connectivity
• Data protection and encryption practices
• Experience with cloud security services such as:

• Security Command Center

• Cloud KMS
• Cloud Armor
• Ability to identify, analyze, and remediate cloud misconfigurations and vulnerabilities
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or similar)
• Experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines
• Understanding of compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, NCA/ECC preferred)
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and proactively drive security initiatives
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