Cloud Security Consultant

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Security Cloud Consultant to join our team and play a key role in helping our clients achieve robust information security and compliance within their cloud environments. they will leverage their expertise in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), and cloud security to assess client needs, develop and implement security controls, and guide them on their journey toward secure and compliant cloud adoption.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement effective GRC strategies and frameworks tailored to client needs and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Design and implement cloud security controls aligned with industry best practices (e.g., CIS Controls, NIST CSF) and relevant regulations (e.g., NCA, HIPAA, SAMA, NDMO).

• Design and implement security architectures for cloud deployments, using industry best practices and compliance frameworks.

• Configure and manage cloud security services, such as identity and access management (IAM), encryption, logging, and monitoring.

• Conduct security assessments and penetration testing of cloud environments to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.

• Respond to security incidents and take appropriate action to contain and remediate them.

• Develop and implement security automation tools and scripts to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Stay up-to-date on the latest cloud security threats and trends and recommend mitigation strategies.

• Collaborate with other teams to ensure security is integrated throughout the development lifecycle.

• Provide training and awareness programs to client teams on cloud security best practices.

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and gap analyses to identify potential security vulnerabilities within client cloud environments.

• Assist clients in developing and maintaining cloud security policies, procedures, and documentation.

• Conduct internal audits and provide ongoing monitoring of security controls for effectiveness.

• Stay up-to-date on the latest cloud security threats, trends, and technologies.

• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., sales, engineering) to ensure aligned and successful client engagements.

• Assist the sales team throughout the sales cycle, from initial contact to closing the deal.

• Prepare proposals, quotes, and presentations tailored to specific customer needs.

• Participate in customer meetings and negotiations.

• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and competitor offerings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

• Minimum 7 years of experience with a Minimum of 4 years of experience in cloud security.

• Minimum of 4 years as a Consultant.

• Proven experience in designing and implementing security controls in cloud environments.

• Experience with security assessment and penetration testing tools and methodologies.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Experience with cloud-based security tooling (e.g., AWS Security Hub, Azure Sentinel, GCP Cloud Security Command Center).

• Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

• Cloud certifications (e.g., CSA-CCSK, CSA-CCAK, CCSP.