AWS Security Analyst

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Implement and manage AWS Cloud Security Services such as WAF (Web Application Firewall) , API Gateway , AWS Control Tower , Security Hub , and AWS Trusted Advisor to ensure security compliance and protection against threats. Design, configure, and monitor cloud networking components such as VPN , VPC , subnets , route tables , and other related networking services to maintain secure, efficient, and scalable network architectures. Enforce security best practices and standards within AWS environments, ensuring all deployments follow the industry's leading security practices for cloud infrastructure. Implement and manage security controls around cloud services such as Container Scanning and Software Composition Analysis (SCA) to ensure vulnerability management and risk mitigation. Continuously monitor and assess AWS environments for security risks, and implement strategies to proactively address vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and potential threats. Lead and support the implementation of Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies, roles, and permissions to protect cloud resources and data. Integrate security automation tools into CI/CD pipelines to enforce security controls during development and deployment. Work closely with internal teams to advise on security aspects related to cloud networking, cloud-native services, and security configuration. Preferred candidate profile Minimum of 5+ years of experience in AWS Cloud Security, with a focus on securing cloud infrastructure and services. Deep expertise in AWS Security Services , including WAF (Web Application Firewall) , API Gateway , AWS Control Tower , AWS Security Hub , and AWS Trusted Advisor . Strong understanding and hands-on experience with cloud networking components, such as VPN , VPC , subnets , route tables , and network security within AWS.