[Remote] Cloud Security Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Gravity IT Resources is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to help design, build, and continuously improve secure AWS cloud environments while addressing modern risks across workforce security, DevSecOps, and AI/GenAI use cases. This role involves close collaboration with engineering, product, enterprise systems, and data science teams to embed security into system development and operations.ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement secure cloud architectures in AWSBuild and maintain security guardrails and standards (IAM, network segmentation, encryption, etc.)Apply Zero Trust principles across cloud systems and user endpointsSecure containerized and serverless workloads (ECS, Kubernetes, Docker, Lambda, etc.)Review existing cloud implementations, identify gaps, and drive remediation prioritiesDefine and enforce endpoint and access controlsImprove identity lifecycle processes and privileged access management (PAM)Partner with engineering teams to implement a secure VDI environment to support PHI accessDefine security controls for AI/ML and GenAI applicationsWork with Data Science to reduce risks like model poisoning, prompt injection, data leakage, and adversarial attacksSecure agentic AI systems (autonomous workflows / decision-making agents)Help embed security into the model development lifecycle (MLSecOps)Partner with GRC to support compliance with healthcare frameworks and regulations (HIPAA, HITRUST, SOC 2, etc.)Perform risk assessments and threat modeling for cloud and AI systemsSupport audits by ensuring controls and documentation are in placeImplement and tune cloud-native monitoring/detection (SIEM, CSPM, CWPP)Build automated response/remediation workflowsSupport incident response for cloud security eventsIntegrate security into CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation)Automate scanning and enforcement using tools and modern practices (SAST, DAST, SCA), including AI-assisted coding toolsPartner with engineering to 'shift security left.'Mentor teammates and promote best practices across teamsStay current on emerging cloud and AI security threatsSkills5+ years in cloud security or cybersecurity engineeringStrong AWS security fundamentals (IAM, networking, encryption, logging/monitoring)Experience securing containers (Kubernetes and/or Docker)Experience working in regulated environments (HIPAA, HITRUST, SOC 2)Experience implementing automation to improve security outcomesExperience with Zero Trust architecture concepts and implementationScripting/programming ability (e.g., Python; familiarity with Java/Node.js/C# is a plus)Ability to influence and lead cross-functional work without direct authorityCISSP, CCSP, and/or AWS Security certificationsMaster's degree in a relevant fieldCompany OverviewGravity IT Resources provides the consulting expertise and IT talent that powers digital transformation. It was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://gravityitresources.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipGravity IT Resources has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.