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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cloud Security Engineer (Cloud Defense) - **Company:** Allianz Group - **Location:** Barcelona, Spain - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Continuous Integration, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Security Information and Event Management, Scripting, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Git Flow, Kubernetes, Terraform, Cyber Warfare, Prisma Cloud Platform, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** July 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/senior-cloud-security-engineer-cloud-defense-en-barcelona-ID-364679113 ## About the Role Hands?on experience securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure and/or GCP), including IAM, networking and workload protection Strong understanding of cloud threat detection and attacker techniques (e.g., credential abuse, lateral movement, misconfiguration exploitation) Experience with CNAPP/CSPM platforms (e.g., Wiz, Prisma Cloud, Lacework or similar) Proven ability to manage security incidents end?to?end, from investigation to containment and reporting Experience designing or working with event?driven detection and SIEM/SOAR environments Knowledge of microservices and cloud?native architectures, with a focus on scalability and resilience Hands?on experience with Kubernetes, Docker and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CI/CD, GitOps) and shift?left security practices Scripting or automation skills (e.g., Python or similar) Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to explain technical findings to non?security stakeholders ## Description About The JobJoin the Allianz Cyber Defense Center (ACDC) and play a key role in securing cloud environments at scale for one of the world's leading insurance companies.As aSenior Cloud Security Engineer, you will be part of the Cloud Defense team, working across AWS, Azure, and GCP to protect critical workloads and SaaS platforms.You will contribute across the full security lifecycle-from prevention to detection and response-helping us stay ahead in an ever?evolving threat landscape.This is a hands?on, high?impact role where you will work at the intersection of cloud security engineering, threat detection, and automation, collaborating with international teams in a fast?paced and continuously evolving environment.What You DoAnalyze and investigate cloud security findings across AWS, Azure, and GCP, prioritizing based on risk and business impactManage and remediate cloud security posture issues, including misconfigurations, identity risks, and exposure scenariosHandle and respond to active threat detections, correlating signals across multiple data sourcesMonitor and improve SaaS security posture, identifying risks such as identity drift or third?party access issuesDevelop and enhance detection use cases within SIEM and contribute to SOAR automation workflowsCollaborate with engineering and platform teams to implement security guardrails and enforce best practicesSupport shift?left security initiatives by integrating security into infrastructure pipelines (IaC, CI/CD)Contribute to continuous improvement through automation, documentation, and knowledge sharingWhat You BringHands?on experience securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure and/or GCP), including IAM, networking and workload protectionStrong understanding of cloud threat detection and attacker techniques (e.g., credential abuse, lateral movement, misconfiguration exploitation)Experience with CNAPP/CSPM platforms (e.g., Wiz, Prisma Cloud, Lacework or similar)Proven ability to manage security incidents end?to?end, from investigation to containment and reportingExperience designing or working with event?driven detection and SIEM/SOAR environmentsKnowledge of microservices and cloud?native architectures, with a focus on scalability and resilienceHands?on experience with Kubernetes, Docker and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CI/CD, GitOps) and shift?left security practicesScripting or automation skills (e.g., Python or similar)Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to explain technical findings to non?security stakeholdersWhat We OfferHybrid work model with up to 25 days per year working from abroadPerformance?based compensation, bonus scheme, pension, employee shares program and multiple employee discounts (details vary by location)Career development and digital learning programs, international career mobility, and lifelong learning opportunitiesFlexible working, health and wellbeing offers including healthcare and parental leave benefits, and support for returning from career breaksCommitment to Integrity, Fairness & InclusionAllianz Technology is proud to be an equal?opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment for everyone.We embrace individuals of all gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, ethnicities, ages, nationalities, religions, disabilities, and philosophies of life.We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.#J-*****-Ljbffr ## 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