Cloud Security Engineer, Lead

Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company- delivering on Toyota's vision to move people beyond what's possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.

Cloud Security Engineer, Lead

Location: Plano, TX

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An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company – delivering on Toyota’s vision to move people beyond what’s possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experiences in an innovative, collaborative environment.

To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.

Toyota Financial Services (TFS) Technology team is looking for a highly motivated person to fill a role as a Cloud Security Engineer, Lead.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of our company’s cloud environment. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure cloud infrastructure and services across our organization. You will work closely with DevOps, IT, and development teams to ensure our cloud environments are resilient, compliant, and secure.

What you’ll be doing

• Design and implement security controls and best practices for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Monitor cloud infrastructure for security threats and vulnerabilities using SIEM, CSPM, and other tools.

• Conduct risk assessments, threat modeling, Conduct risk assessments, threat modeling, and audits of cloud systems while aiding in mitigation planning and execution.

• Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines.

• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and procedures.

• Respond to and investigate cloud security incidents and breaches.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR).

• Automate security processes and infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.

• Stay current with emerging cloud security threats, technologies, and trends.

What You Bring

• At least 3+ years of experience in cloud security or a related role

• Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

• Strong understanding of cloud-native security tools and services.

• Proficiency in scripting or programming (Python, Bash, etc.).

• Experience with IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, etc.).

• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, CIS Benchmarks, and MITRE ATT&CK.

• Experience with IAM, encryption, key management, and network security in cloud environments.

Added bonus if you have

• Cyber Security relevant certifications including CISSP, CCSP, CSP Security specific certifications (i.e., AWS Certified Security; Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate; Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer; etc.) or similar

• Experience with CSPM, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Threat Detection & Response

• Experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and tools.

What We’ll Bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, including tuition reimbursement.

• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount.

• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable).

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family.

• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan with a company match, plus an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of your own contributions.

• Paid holidays and paid time off.

• Referral services for prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more.

• Tax advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA) .

• Relocation assistance (if applicable).

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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