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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$100K - $120K *

Lead and manage diverse cybersecurity programs, ensuring timely delivery and client success through effective communication and strategic planning. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance service qua...

British Columbia, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and maintain scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and optimizing architecture for cloud platforms. Drive automation and enhance data product...

Washington, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Innovate the future of cloud platforms by leading the design and operation of a secure, scalable infrastructure. Drive automation and enhance developer experience while collaborating with cross-functi...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$63K - $111K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team as a Security Technician, where you'll travel to install, troubleshoot, and maintain advanced electronic systems, ensuring operational excellence across...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$86K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team as a Software Developer, enhancing security tools through innovative web applications. Collaborate in an agile environment to design, develop, and maintain solutions that support c...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$212K - $268K *

Transform enterprise AI solutions by leading technical discovery and PoCs, collaborating with architects and executives to optimize observability and drive impactful outcomes in generative AI environm...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$82K - $123K *

Champion AI innovation by driving tool adoption, engineering practices, and workforce enablement across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, influencing leaders and building future...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $200K *

Champion robust backend architecture and distributed systems, guiding technical direction and establishing best practices. Collaborate across teams to build resilient, scalable applications and optimi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive your career as a Compliance Architect, guiding clients through CMMC compliance journeys. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess risks, develop strategic roadmaps, and ensure alignment with regu...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform complex data center projects by leading design and construction efforts. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery while managing multiple initiatives acros...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$238K - $280K *

Shape the future of AI/LLM security by leading innovative offensive strategies, defining technical vision, and driving cross-company initiatives to enhance NodeZero's capabilities in identifying and e...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI engineering by leading technical outcomes, architecting production systems, and mentoring teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovation and ensure operational excelle...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $153K *

Empower engineering teams by driving enterprise-scale Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives. Design and build reusable automation solutions, establish standards, and collaborate across teams to tra...

Arizona, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $112K *

Lead the charge in optimizing network capacity and implementing innovative solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure best-in-class service delivery while managing projects and driving strategic in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Transform complex cybersecurity challenges into tailored solutions for strategic customers across various industries. Leverage deep technical expertise to drive successful project outcomes and foster...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join us in architecting comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for strategic customers across key verticals. Leverage your expertise to drive technology adoption, support large-scale initiatives, and e...

Orlando, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $159K *

Unlock the potential of cybersecurity solutions by partnering with strategic customers. Drive technology adoption, provide architectural guidance, and lead initiatives across key verticals to ensure s...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive the integration of AI features into measurement products, owning architecture and delivery. Collaborate with a small team to implement natural-language processing, validation, and workflow assis...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $150K *

Advance your career by driving enterprise sales within civil engineering firms. Leverage your expertise to enhance workflows, secure contracts, and deliver impactful solutions, all while collaborating...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $199K *

Contribute to dynamic frontend engineering, driving strategic direction and leading the development of user-centered web applications for government clients. Harmonize technical excellence with a stro...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $199K *

Drive innovation by leading the design and delivery of AI agents and workflows that enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex challenges into scalabl...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $195K *

Join a dynamic AI Automation team to design and deliver production-grade AI agents and workflows, enhancing operational efficiency across the organization while solving complex business challenges wit...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Champion data innovation by leading a skilled engineering team to enhance our enterprise data platform. Drive architectural excellence and streamline processes across Azure and Microsoft Fabric, ensur...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Empower accuracy in aerial data processing as you ensure reliable deliverables from LiDAR and imagery. Collaborate with stakeholders and lead quality control efforts to support project success and dri...

Overland Park, KSRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Analyze aerial data processing to create precise deliverables while collaborating with project leads. Ensure accuracy, troubleshoot issues, and maintain quality in various markets, driving successful...

Raleigh, NCRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.