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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$104K - $163K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity governance and risk management. Drive compliance initiatives, manage enterprise risk, and ensure robust security practices across all operations while collab...

Largo, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$218K - $286K *

Unlock potential by leading AI-driven solutions that enhance customer outcomes. Collaborate with engineering teams to architect innovative solutions, mentor a skilled team, and drive growth through st...

Reston, VARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Engineer critical electrical and mechanical systems for data centers, leading field support, troubleshooting, and reliability improvements while developing operational standards and mentoring teams to...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$229K - $258K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team to deliver innovative security tools. Own product development from roadmap to rollout, fostering collaboration and driving results in a fast-paced environment focuse...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $230K *

Shape the future of product security by leading architecture reviews and risk mitigation strategies. Collaborate with engineering and compliance teams to embed security throughout the development life...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $280K *

Empower the development of AI observability capabilities, architecting data models and infrastructure while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user workflows and insights into AI sys...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $157K *

Transform the Naval Enterprise Network through Model-Based Systems Engineering, utilizing SysML and CSM tools to develop and manage system models, requirements, and designs while collaborating with st...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $185K *

Lead enterprise-level architectural initiatives to enhance endpoint technologies, guiding modernization efforts and integrating emerging solutions across multiple divisions while ensuring security and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate by building robust Go microservices for a multi-tenant AI platform. Collaborate with global teams to design API-first services, ensuring reliability and performance in production environments...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in customer deployments of cloud-native network access control solutions. Collaborate across networking and identity management to ensure successful implementations, training, and ongo...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Software Developer, driving the design and deployment of cutting-edge AI platforms. Collaborate across the full stack to create intelligent applications that enhan...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading a transformative data engineering team focused on building robust, high-performance data platforms. Drive innovation, foster a culture of learning, and ensure impactful out...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$96K - $154K *

Develop and maintain quality software for internal stakeholders, focusing on Python and AWS. Collaborate in an Agile environment, define architecture, and mentor junior developers while enhancing lega...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge AI architectures, integrating generative models, and driving product enhancements. Collaborate with teams to leverage data-driven insights and optimize machi...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $235K *

Transform AI/ML infrastructure by leading DevOps initiatives, ensuring scalable, secure, and efficient deployment of AI models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and ment...

Massachusetts, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $196K *

Engage in building and shipping innovative features in a dynamic, cross-geo team. Collaborate with engineers and product managers to enhance backend services, ensuring performance and reliability whil...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Design and develop scalable backend applications in a collaborative, remote environment. Engage with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality and mentor peers while ensuring high performance...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $144K *

Transform essential public sector operations by leveraging IoT solutions to enhance fleet management, improve compliance, and optimize logistics for safer, greener environments. Collaborate with diver...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $240K *

Join us to define and deploy autonomous AI agents at scale, transforming cutting-edge LLM capabilities into reliable, high-availability products while mentoring a team of engineers and setting industr...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $166K *

Accelerate automation initiatives by developing end-to-end solutions using Ansible, Python, and RESTful APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compl...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $234K *

Lead the charge in architecting and delivering robust identity and authentication solutions. Drive cross-team initiatives, enhance engineering standards, and mentor talent to elevate technical excelle...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Analyze technical sales opportunities from discovery to close, leveraging AI tools and client data to drive business cases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless implementation an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $200K *

Innovate your career by leveraging technical expertise to drive sales success. Collaborate with teams to deliver F5 solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction while achieving sales targets in a dynamic...

Arizona, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $245K *

Support the sales team by providing technical expertise and solutions for F5 products. Engage with customers to understand their needs, drive sales processes, and deliver world-class service while ach...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $200K *

Inspire technical excellence by supporting sales teams with F5 solutions, driving customer engagement, and delivering tailored presentations. Collaborate with internal resources to achieve sales targe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.