Cloud CyberSecurity Engineer - Hybrid (Houston or Dallas TX)
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AECOM
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$152,500 Salary, Full-Time
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Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description AECOM is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to join the Cybersecurity Engineering team, responsible for driving and enforcing security outcomes across a global multi-cloud environment spanning AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft m365. This role focuses on defining control requirements, identifying risk, and ensuring remediation of cloud security issues in partnership with Infrastructure and Application teams, who perform hands-on implementation. This position offers flexibility for a hybrid work schedule, combining in-office and virtual work, and must be based in Dallas or Houston, TX.
Key Responsibilities:
Cloud Security Governance & Control Oversigh Perform Cloud Security Posture management (CSPM) Utilize Palo Alto Prisma Cloud and Qualys TotalCloud to identify misconfigurations, vulnerabilities, and deviations from baseline Define and initiate remediation requirements for Infrastructure and Application teams Track and drive remediation efforts to closure Partner with Security Architecture to translate cloud security standards into actionable control requirements Ensure adherence to approved cloud security baselines and standards Support exception management and risk acceptance processes with Cybersecurity Architecture and Cybersecurity GRC Develop and deliver reporting on cloud security posture and risk to Cybersecurity and IT leadership Cloud Visibility & Risk Management Own visibility into cloud security posture across AWS and Azure Define risk metrics, prioritization models, and reporting standards Improve asset visibility and configuration awareness across cloud environments Partnership & Enablement Partner with Infrastructure and Application teams to ensure secure implementation of controls Provide guidance on secure cloud practices aligned with enterprise standards (NIST, CIS) Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize and address security risks Cloud Logging & Integration Support integration of cloud telemetry into enterprise logging and monitoring platforms Enhance visibility into cloud activity and control effectiveness Proofpoint / Email Security (Secondary Responsibility) Provide backup support for Proofpoint Email Gateway Assist with policy updates, tuning, and troubleshooting mail flow issues Ensure continuity of secure email operations Continuous Improvement Drive continuous improvement of cloud security processes, tooling, and reporting Stay current with evolving cloud threats and technologiesQualifications Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) and at least 6 years of information technology / cybersecurity experience with cloud security focus or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education Experience with AWS and Microsoft Azure environments Experience withCSPM/CNAPP
tools (Prisma Cloud, Qualys TotalCloud, CrowdStrike Cloud Security, or similar) Strong understanding of cloud security concepts, IAM, and network security Experience managing and driving remediation of security issuesPreferred Qualifications:
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Experience with Proofpoint Email Protection or similar platforms Experience with SIEM/logging integrations Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code concepts Understanding ofNIST, CIS, ISO 27001
Cloud security certifications (AWS, Azure) highly preferred Experience in large enterprise environments Additional Information Relocation assistance is not available for this position Sponsorship for US work authorization is not available for this position, now or in the future Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $130000 to $175000. AboutAECOM AECOM
is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle
- from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects
- both in your local community and on a global scale
- that are transforming our industry and shaping the future.
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Hybrid Compensation:
USD 130000
- USD 175000
- yearly
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