Royal Bank of Canada

Senior Cloud Security Developer (Global Security)

Royal Bank of Canada$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years developing security solutions in AWS.
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience securing AWS environments using cloud-native services.
  • 2+ years of experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines.
  • Strong proficiency in Python for developing AWS security solutions.
  • Familiarity with AWS services and serverless architectures.
  • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools like AWS CloudFormation or Terraform.
  • Familiarity with modern Software Engineering and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement and maintain AWS security controls using serverless architectures.
  • Design and build cloud security services using automation and test-driven development.
  • Build and operate security controls and security-related infrastructure and tools.
  • Develop and enhance CI/CD pipelines for secure, efficient cloud deployments.
  • Conduct proof of concepts for new AWS-native and open-source security solutions.
  • Implement SRE practices to improve operational processes and reliability.
  • Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours support of critical systems.

Benefits

  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits.
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact in the community.
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team.
  • Opportunities to undertake challenging work and greater responsibilities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the opportunity?

The AWS Security Controls team within Cloud Security Engineering is seeking a Senior Security Developer, where you will play a crucial role in developing AWS security controls and implementing innovative security solutions. You will also contribute to the developer experience and foster a culture that encourages best security practices.

What will you do?
  • Design, implement and maintain AWS security controls using serverless architectures, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and automation.
  • Design and build cloud security services using automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and test-driven development practices.
  • Build and operate security controls, remediations, and other security-related infrastructure and tools.
  • Develop and enhance CI/CD pipelines to ensure secure, efficient, and scalable cloud deployments.
  • Conduct proof of concepts for new AWS-native, open-source, or vendor security solutions.
  • Implement SRE practices to enhance operational processes and reliability.
  • Participate in on-call rotations to provide after-hours support for critical systems.


What do you need to succeed?

Must-have
  • 2+ years developing security solutions in AWS.
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience securing AWS environments using cloud-native services such as AWS Config, IAM, GaurdDuty, SecurityHub, Control Tower.
  • 2+ year of experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins and AWS CodePipeline.
  • Strong proficiency in Python for developing AWS security solutions.
  • Familiarity with AWS services and serverless architectures (Lambda, API Gateway, EventBridge, DynamoDB).
  • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like AWS CloudFormation, Terraform or CDK.
  • Familiarity with modern Software Engineering, DevOps, and SRE practices.


Nice-to-have
  • Experience with Wiz or other cloud security posture management (CSPM) platforms.
  • Hands-on experience with containerization tools (Docker) and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes or ECS.
  • Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as Splunk, Datadog and AWS CloudWatch.
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security Specialty, AWS Solutions Architect, CKA.
  • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks an compliance requirements.
  • Stay updated with latest security trends & AI technologies.
  • Experience using AI Agents and Skills to enhance security operations.


What's in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
  • Opportunities to do challenging work
  • Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities


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Job Skills
Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Cloud Solutions, Infrastructure As Code (IaC), IT Systems Integration, Performance Measurement, Problem Solving, Requirements Analysis, Software Development, Systems Software

Additional Job Details

Address:

16 YORK ST:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-07-26

Application Deadline:

2026-08-17
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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