Senior Cloud Security Engineer, VP

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Cloud Security Engineer with a strong background in securing enterprise-scale cloud environments. The ideal candidate should possess hands-on expertise in AWS and Microsoft Azure, with the ability to design, implement, and govern cloud security controls across multi-cloud platforms.

The successful candidate will have strong experience with Terraform for Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and Python for security automation, assessment, and remediation activities. They should be comfortable working with cross-functional teams, influencing cloud security strategy, and driving secure-by-design principles throughout the cloud adoption lifecycle.

Why This Role Is Important to Us

As organizations increasingly adopt cloud-native technologies, maintaining a strong security posture across multi-cloud environments is critical to protecting business assets, customer data, and regulatory compliance requirements.

The Senior Cloud Security Engineer will play a key role in strengthening our cloud security capabilities by establishing security guardrails, automating security controls, identifying risks, and enabling secure cloud adoption at scale.

What You Will Be Responsible For

Establish Secure Baseline configurations for all cloud services in scope

Ensure deliverables are completed within target timeframes and are consistently of high-quality, documented and support transition of operational activities

Implementing preventative and detective cloud security controls

Collaborating with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployments

Supporting incident response and other downstream security operations teams in detection and remediation efforts

What We Value

Deep expertise in AWS and Azure cloud stack

Strong hands-on experience with Terraform and Python

Solid understanding of cloud networking, identity and access management, encryption, secrets management, and security monitoring

Experience working in large-scale enterprise and multi-cloud environment

Education & Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Engineering, or a related discipline.

14+ years of overall IT experience with at least 8 years in Cloud Engineering/Security/Operations

Certifications like AWS Certified Security or Microsoft Cyber Security Architect or CCSP are highly desirable

Work Requirement

Hybrid: Expected to work from base office location 4 days in a week

Shift: Standard business hours with flexibility to support global stakeholders across multiple time zones

About State Street

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We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

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