Cloud Security Engineer

Functional Skills

Functional Skills are essential skills that help individuals perform tasks effectively in everyday life, work, and education.

Cloud Security Architecture

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Data Protection and Encryption

Vulnerability Management

Compliance and Governance

Incident Response

DevSecOps

Cloud Networking Security

Threat Intelligence

Soft Skills

Communication, teamwork, and critical thinking to ensure seamless project execution.

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Teamwork and Collaboration

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Leadership Skills

Technical Skills

Technical Skills are specialized abilities and knowledge needed to perform specific tasks or functions.

Cloud Computing Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Network Security

Data Protection and Encryption

Vulnerability Management

Compliance and Governance

Incident Response

DevSecOps

Container Security (Docker, Kubernetes)

Scripting and Automation (Python, Bash)

Threat Intelligence

Security Auditing

Cloud Forensics

Duties and Responsiblities

Task

95%

Implement and manage cloud security tools and technologies, such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanners.

92%

Design and implement cloud security architectures and strategies aligned with industry best practices and compliance requirements.

90%

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities in cloud environments.

88%

Monitor cloud environments for security incidents and respond to alerts, conducting thorough investigations.

85%

Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures for cloud environments.

82%

Manage identity and access management (IAM) in the cloud, ensuring least privilege access.

80%

Automate security tasks and processes using scripting and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).

78%

Ensure data encryption at rest and in transit to protect sensitive information in the cloud.

75%

Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud security threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.

72%

Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate security into the CI/CD pipeline (DevSecOps).

70%

Provide security training and awareness programs for cloud users and developers.

68%

Manage and monitor cloud-based firewalls and network security groups.

65%

Participate in security audits and compliance assessments for cloud environments.

62%

Develop and maintain incident response plans for cloud security incidents.

60%

Research and evaluate new cloud security technologies and services.

Work Activities

95%

Design and implement secure cloud architectures, ensuring robust protection against threats.

92%

Implement and manage threat detection systems to identify and respond to security incidents.

90%

Develop and execute incident response plans to mitigate the impact of security breaches.

88%

Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate weaknesses.

85%

Ensure compliance with industry regulations and security standards in the cloud environment.

82%

Manage and enforce access control policies to protect sensitive data and resources in the cloud.

80%

Automate security tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual errors.

78%

Implement data encryption and other data protection measures to safeguard sensitive information.

75%

Perform regular security audits to assess the effectiveness of security controls.

72%

Conduct forensic investigations of security incidents in the cloud environment.

70%

Provide security awareness training to employees to reduce the risk of human error.

Detailed Work Profile

Interests