Explore Cloud Security Engineer Jobs

Find Cloud Security Engineer opportunities with organizations protecting critical applications, data, and infrastructure across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover opportunities that match their security expertise and career goals.

What Does a Cloud Security Engineer Do?

Cloud Security Engineers design, implement, and improve safeguards for cloud platforms and services. They assess risk, configure secure environments, monitor for threats, and help development and operations teams build security into systems from the start. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on cloud architecture, identity and access management (IAM), vulnerability management, incident response, or governance and compliance.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for hands-on experience with platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud, along with knowledge of networking, encryption, IAM, security monitoring, and infrastructure as code. Familiarity with cloud-native security tools, container and Kubernetes security, automation, and frameworks such as NIST or ISO 27001 can also be valuable. Relevant certifications may strengthen an application, but requirements vary by employer and position.

Cloud Security Engineer Career Opportunities

Cloud security professionals work across industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and government. Career paths may lead to senior or principal engineering roles, cloud security architecture, security leadership, or specialized work in areas such as DevSecOps and threat detection. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, cloud environments, and experience requirements.

Find Your Next Cloud Security Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted Cloud Security Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its scope, required skills, and compensation details, then tailor your résumé to highlight measurable security outcomes, cloud platforms, and relevant projects.

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$130K - $160K *

Champion the migration to a modern Databricks lakehouse, designing robust data pipelines and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics capabilities and set technical standards...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $166K *

Empower seamless communication and collaboration as a UCC Engineer, focusing on Microsoft Teams. Leverage your expertise to support a mission-critical infrastructure, ensuring top-tier services for us...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$466K - $500K+*

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by designing and building scalable platforms for large-scale machine learning model training, enhancing performance, and creating user-friendly experiences...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$96K - $184K *

Join a dynamic team as a Pre-Sales Cybersecurity Solutions Engineer, where you'll collaborate with clients to design and articulate tailored cybersecurity solutions that meet their business objectives...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $184K *

Elevate your career by engaging with clients to design and implement tailored cybersecurity solutions. This role combines technical expertise with strategic communication to address security challenge...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $230K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative cybersecurity solutions. This role involves engaging with customers to assess their security needs, designing tailored solutions, and collaboratin...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $175K *

Shape technical innovation by leading cross-team efforts in system architecture and development. Drive scalable improvements, mentor peers, and influence business outcomes while ensuring long-term mai...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Transform identity governance at scale by leading the SailPoint ISC platform. Drive strategy, architecture, and compliance across global operations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to e...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$170K - $200K *

Transform customer experiences by providing technical expertise and solutions. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to deliver impactful product demonstrations and address technical challenges...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Develop user-facing features and improve systems by leveraging software architecture, APIs, and cloud technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, maintainable solutions...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Transform the claims process by owning backend services in Python and TypeScript. Design event-driven systems that enhance reliability and efficiency, ensuring seamless integration of AI agents while...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $266K *

Empower customer success by designing and implementing AWS Connect solutions, conducting technology assessments, and leading project communications to enhance contact center operations and agent produ...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer experiences through innovative AWS Connect solutions. You'll lead technical assessments, mentor teams, and drive best practices in contact center des...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K *

Deliver innovative backend solutions for tax reporting and compliance, ensuring accuracy and scalability across all Coinbase products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive system design an...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Transform the future of AI by building a cloud-native platform that streamlines agent development, enhances CI/CD processes, and ensures robust security and governance across deployments, enabling tea...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $431K *

Unlock the potential of large-scale Machine Learning systems by automating GPU asset management and enhancing reliability through innovative monitoring and integration with engineering teams across cl...

Santa Clara, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$166K - $228K *

Engineer cutting-edge AI/ML infrastructures and lead cross-functional teams. Drive market research and innovative strategies to optimize server system designs, ensuring high performance and quality ac...

New Hampshire, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $148K *

Lead the development and deployment of modular data center solutions. Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to manage complex projects from design through manufacturing, ensuring high...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer operations by designing integrated material flow solutions. Analyze data, map processes, and create layouts that enhance efficiency across functional areas, ensuring seamless order...

Louisville, KYRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$196K *

Transform the engineering landscape by driving creative improvements and delivering end-to-end identity services. Mentor peers, enhance documentation, and champion security best practices while mainta...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $197K *

Unlock your potential by managing information security risk and compliance programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to policies, assess risks, and enhance IT controls while guiding...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $106K *

Contribute to data-driven decision-making by designing and optimizing analytic solutions. Leverage your expertise in SQL and Tableau to transform raw data into actionable insights for mission-critical...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $197K *

Lead strategic compliance initiatives for federal customers, ensuring security and regulatory adherence. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage audits, and influence executive decisions to maint...

Fields, ORRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $126K *

Innovate with us to enhance network security platforms, ensuring robust protection and operational efficiency. As a key engineer, you'll tackle complex challenges, automate processes, and collaborate...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $187K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Enterprise Architecture by driving innovative solutions and strategic design for hybrid banking systems. Collaborate across diverse teams to create scalable, f...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Cloud Security Engineer do?question toggle

    A Cloud Security Engineer protects cloud infrastructure, applications, and data by designing security controls, managing identity and access, monitoring threats, assessing vulnerabilities, and supporting incident response and compliance.

  • What skills are needed for Cloud Security Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly sought skills include experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud; IAM; cloud networking; encryption; security monitoring; vulnerability management; and automation or infrastructure as code. Specific requirements depend on the employer and role.

  • Do Cloud Security Engineers need certifications?question toggle

    Certifications are not required for every position, but relevant cloud or cybersecurity credentials can help demonstrate expertise. Employers may also prioritize practical experience, technical skills, and the ability to communicate security risks.

  • How much do Cloud Security Engineer jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on experience, location, industry, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation information.

  • Where can I find Cloud Security Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Cloud Security Engineer listings on Ladders to find vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more and compare their requirements, responsibilities, and compensation details.