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Cloud Security Specialist

Cloud Security Specialist

AES CorporationArlington, VA, United States
10 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Join AES Corporation, a Fortune 500 leader in the global energy transformation, as we shape the future with innovative solutions aimed at creating a cleaner, more sustainable world. With operations in 14 countries and a commitment to a net-zero future, AES is recognized as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. We're proud to be ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and we are passionate about powering the future for 25 million customers worldwide.

The AES Cyber Security Team is seeking a dedicated Cloud Security Analyst to enhance our incident readiness and response efforts within our cloud environments. As part of the Cyber Defense organization, you will leverage your expertise in cybersecurity practices and technologies to help protect our assets.

If you're ready to take on challenging responsibilities in the fast-paced world of cloud security, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities :

  • Detect, investigate, and respond to security incidents across the organization, offering subject matter expertise in cloud security-related incidents.
  • Manage and monitor the Cloud Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP).
  • Create and maintain cloud security playbooks, focusing on automation, policy tuning, and incident response, while integrating cloud security tools with other threat management initiatives.
  • Research, design, and validate known tactics, techniques, and procedures used in cloud security attacks to assess the effectiveness of security controls.
  • Assist in the approval and onboarding of new Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions, ensuring security controls are effectively applied.

Required Skills :

  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in cybersecurity, systems administration, networking, or cloud engineering.
  • Proven knowledge of the incident response process with practical experience in managing cloud security incidents.
  • Expertise in enterprise-grade security technologies, including SIEM, DLP, EDR, IPS, Firewalls, and Web Security.
  • Strong understanding of cloud security operations, such as logging and monitoring, Identity Access Management (IAM), and network security best practices.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with proficiency in English.
  • Ability to thrive in an environment with evolving requirements and dynamic schedules.

    • Desired Skills :

  • Experience with red or purple team exercises concerning cloud assets and technologies.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity tools for SaaS cloud applications.
  • Previous involvement in cybersecurity incident response.
  • Security or cloud-related certifications are advantageous.
  • Proficiency in the Spanish language is a plus.

    • Location : Indianapolis, Indiana or Arlington, VA. Eligible for relocation.

    AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. We welcome all qualified applicants, valuing the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences that enrich our team and community.

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