Cloud Security Analyst

Posted 1 hour 33 minutes ago by Uniting Holding

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Dublin, Ireland
Job Description

Reporting to: Senior IT Security Manager

About the Role

We're looking for a hands on Cloud Security Analyst with deep expertise in cloud native and container security. This role sits at the core of securing large-scale, multi cloud and Kubernetes driven environments.

You will play a critical role in defining security standards, implementing hardened baselines, and enhancing detection and response capabilities-working closely with DevOps, Networking, and SOC teams to embed security into every layer of design and automation.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Strengthen and optimize cloud-native security controls across IAM, network security (WAF, VPC), and data protection (KMS, Vault)

  2. Deploy and manage CSPM, CNAPP, and CWPP solutions to maintain continuous security posture across multi cloud and Kubernetes environments

  3. Integrate cloud telemetry (GCP Audit Logs, AWS CloudTrail, Azure Monitor, Kubernetes audit logs) into SIEM/SOAR platforms for centralized visibility

  4. Define and enforce cloud security architectures and guardrails aligned with Zero Trust and Least Privilege principles

  5. Develop and maintain Security-as-Code practices using Terraform, CloudFormation, or Bicep, including policy-as-code frameworks

  6. Own and enhance the security posture of containerized environments (GKE, AKS, EKS), including image, registry, and runtime security

  7. Harden Kubernetes clusters through RBAC, NetworkPolicies, Admission Controllers, and secure configurations

  8. Lead cloud security incident response activities including triage, containment, and forensic investigations

  9. Continuously monitor emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors within cloud-native ecosystems

Required Qualifications

Experience

  1. 5+ years in Information Security

  2. Minimum 3+ years in Cloud Security

  3. At least 2+ years working with Kubernetes / container security

Cloud Expertise

  1. Hands on experience with at least two major cloud platforms (GCP and Azure preferred; AWS/OCI a plus)

Container & Kubernetes Security

  1. Strong understanding of Kubernetes security controls (RBAC, Secrets, Ingress, TLS)

  2. Familiarity with container runtime security and orchestration

Technical Skills

  1. Proficiency in scripting (Python preferred; Bash or Go is a plus)

  2. Working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation

Security Frameworks & Compliance

  1. Knowledge of ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, and CIS Benchmarks

Certifications (Preferred)

  1. CISSP

  2. CKS (Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist)

  3. GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer

  4. Microsoft Azure Security Engineer / Cybersecurity Architect

  5. AWS Certified Security - Specialty

Soft Skills

  1. Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence engineering teams

  2. Experience working in global or multi-national environments

Nice to Have

  1. Experience securing microservices, APIs, and serverless architectures

  2. Background in penetration testing or red teaming (cloud/container focus)

  3. Experience in large-scale SaaS, networking, or cloud-first organizations

  4. Additional certifications across GCP, Azure, AWS, or OCI

  5. Kubernetes certifications such as CKA or advanced security-focused credentials