Apptad- Cloud Network Security Engineer

Role : Cloud Network Security Engineer

Location : - Bellevue, WA

Job Description,

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.