Cloud Information Security Engineer

• Design, implement, and maintain secure cloud environments across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS platforms
• Lead proactive security controls to prevent external threats and provide leadership updates on advanced security risks
• Monitor and respond to cloud security incidents; Perform digital forensics and root cause analysis
• Develop and enforce cloud security standards in collaboration with Engineering and Application Development teams
• Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning for cloud environments
• Conduct audits and deliver metrics to measure and improve security posture
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices
• Participate in incident response activities and other security-related duties as assigned

• 5+ years of Cybersecurity experience, including 3+ years in cloud architecture and operations (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Strong knowledge of cloud security technologies: IAM, encryption, PKI, threat detection, CI/CD, and automation
• Experience with Cloud Security Posture Management and SaaS security frameworks
• Familiarity with compliance standards (PCI, GDPR, NIST, ISO27000)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; ability to influence stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and leadership abilities; adept at managing multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
• Industry certifications such as CCSK, CCSP, CISSP, or equivalent
• Experience writing formal security assessments and reports
• Background in data protection, privacy management, and incident response, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Audit Metrics, Auditing, Automation, Best Practices, Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Forensics, Computer Science, Computer Security, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cryptography, Disaster Recovery, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Incident Response, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Internet Security, Leadership, Legal, Microsoft Windows Azure, Multitasking, PCI, Platform as a Service (PaaS), Privacy Controls, Problem Solving Skills, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, Security Analysis, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Software Development, Software Engineering, Software as a Service (SaaS), U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.