AWS Security Engineer - Remote

(Outside IR35) Day Rate: £275-295

Contract Length: 6months +

Location: Remote

About the role:

As a Cloud Security Engineer you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing security measures to safeguard computer systems, networks, and data. Conducts regular system tests and monitors network security continuously.

Develops and implements security standards and procedures aligned with industry best practices. Collaborates with IT and development teams to integrate security practices into AWS-hosted and .NET or any other application security life cycles.

Also performs vulnerability testing, investigates security breaches, installs security measures, documents breaches, and works to maintain a high-security standard by fixing detected vulnerabilities and staying updated on security technologies.

Required Skills:

• Must be AWS security certified or relevant certifications (eg, CISSP, CISM, CISA)
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven work experience as a Security Engineer or similar role, preferably within the insurance industry.
• Expertise in AWS cloud security best practices and tools.
• Strong understanding of .NET or any other application security.
• Proficient in designing secure networks, systems, and application architectures.
• Experience with network security and networking technologies and with system, security, and network monitoring tools.
• Thorough understanding of the latest security principles, techniques, and protocols.
• Familiarity with web-related technologies (Web applications, Web Services, Service Oriented Architectures) and of network/web related protocols.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.