Staff AWS Cloud Security Engineer (Hybrid)

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in need of a Staff AWS Cloud Security Engineer. This role will work on a hybrid schedule, 3 days onsite in San Diego, CA.

Key Responsibilities:
* Staff AWS Cloud Security Engineer will design, implement, and enhance cloud security controls across AWS environments
* Monitor, investigate, and respond to security threats, vulnerabilities, and incidents
* Conduct security assessments and recommend risk mitigation strategies
* Partner with infrastructure, application, and engineering teams to integrate security best practices
* Develop and maintain cloud security standards, policies, and architecture
* As a Staff AWS Cloud Security Engineer, you will support the security of AI/ML-related platforms, data pipelines, and deployment environments
* Lead security-focused projects and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field
* 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud security, or security engineering
* 3+ years of hands-on AWS security experience
* Experience with AI/ML technology required
* Experience with incident response, threat detection, risk assessments, and vulnerability management
* Strong knowledge of IAM, CloudTrail, Security Hub, GuardDuty, KMS, VPC, and related AWS services
* Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
* AWS Security certification required; Additional security certifications are a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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