Cloud Security Engineer, Configuration Management - 100% US REMOTE

Company Description

Experian is the world’s leading global information services company, unlocking the power of data to create more opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. We are thrilled to share that FORTUNE has named Experian one of the 100 Best Companies to work for. In addition, for the last five years we’ve been named in the 100 “World’s Most Innovative Companies” by Forbes Magazine. 

Job Description

Experian is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Cloud Security Engineer to join our team. This role will help guide Experian’s cloud and application teams to build and manage secure cloud services by adhering to Experian’s cloud security policy and industry best practices.  This team has senior leadership’s support and visibility.  This role is involved in projects or issues of high complexity that requires an individual who can quickly think on their feet, challenge the status quo, and drive efficiencies through the process.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conducts industry research, provide input and feedback on security configuration best practices. 
• Assist the business in investigation and remediation of security findings.
• Consult on and provide requirements for critical projects and initiatives.
• Help drive cloud security practices in cloud platforms.
• Help governance, compliance, and risk management teams to ensure the system consistently meets the requirements for certification and accreditation.
• Monitors and reports progress, problems, and solutions in a timely manner. Follows through to ensure dollars and time estimates are realized within planned limits.
• Effectively communicates to management and business sponsors the status of projects and issues as they relate to cloud security.
• Provides clear, consistent, regular communication with all project stakeholders at all levels, including presentations to senior management, creating agendas and meeting minutes.
• In-depth research of the latest in cloud security tools, techniques and best practices and technologies to remain at the bleeding edge.
• Create and support KPIs and KRIs that measure risk reduction and progress in cloud over time.
• Builds a great working relationship with team members and the application development teams.
• Develops and mentors junior team members.
• Open to remote/virtual location.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience with Security Architecture and/or Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• In-depth knowledge of CIS Benchmarks for Windows and Linux host security configurations.
• In-depth knowledge of CIS Benchmarks for cloud platform configuration best practices.
• Good understanding and have experience with systems automation platforms and technologies.
• Good understanding of DevSecOps principles.
• Experience with deployment orchestration, automation, and security configuration management (Jenkins, Puppet, Chef, Git, CloudFormation, Terraform, Ansible) preferred.
• Proficiency in scripting/programming languages - Python, JavaScript, Ruby, C#, PowerShell.
• Experience architecting solutions within AWS, Azure, GCP.
• Experience with enterprise applications (architecture, development, support, and troubleshooting).

Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we truly value yours.

Experian's culture, people and environments are key differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously. We focus on what truly matters; diversity and inclusion, work/life balance, flexible working, development, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on

We’re an award-winning organization due to our strong people focus

Experian isn't just growing, we're leveraging cutting edge data science, design thinking and passion to build tomorrow's credit solutions. Innovation is a critical part of Experian's DNA and culture

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay range for this position is listed above.  Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job-related skills, experience and education.  This position is also eligible for a variable pay opportunity and a comprehensive benefits package which includes health, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off including paid parental and family care leave, an employee stock purchase plan and a 401(k) plan with a company match.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Our goal is to create a thriving, inclusive and diverse team where people love their work and love working together. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion is essential to our purpose of creating a better tomorrow. We value the uniqueness of every individual and want you to bring your whole, authentic self to work. For us, this is The Power of YOU and and it reflects what we believe.  See our DEI work in action!

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