Job Description
Role Overview:We are seeking an experienced AWS Security Engineer to join McAfee's SOC and lead cloud security initiatives. In this role, you will be responsible for securing our AWS infrastructure, focusing on cloud-native services, containerized environments, and managed databases like RDS. As the first line of defense, you will work with various security tools to monitor, analyze, and strengthen security controls, ensuring compliance across cloud environments. You will drive cross-functional collaboration with a customer-centric mindset to maintain a secure workspace for McAfee’s workforce.
This is a remote position in India. We will only consider candidates currently in India and are not offering relocation assistance at this time.
About The Role:
- Take initiatives to drive improvements for security technologies and processes.
- Outstanding knowledge of the Security Operation Center (SOC) & the Information Security Common Body of Knowledge and best practices.
- Excellent knowledge of process automation and use of SOAR tools.
- Ability to improvise as newer threats emerge and guide team on threat hunting.
- Preferred certifications: GCIH, GCFA, CEH, Network+, Security+, cloud service provider certifications or equivalent industry standard certifications.
About You:
- Looking for 3-5 years of experience in AWS security, cloud operations and flexibility to work in UK/US shifts.
- Strong expertise in AWS GuardDuty, CloudTrail, and CloudWatch for cloud security.
- Proficiency in securing AWS RDS with encryption, backup management, and access controls.
- AWS certifications preferred, strong DevSecOps knowledge.
- Exercising solid critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Leading efforts during one or more phases of Incident Response lifecycle.
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Company OverviewMcAfee is a leader in personal security for consumers. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee consumer solutions adapt to users’ needs in an always online world, empowering them to live securely through integrated, intuitive solutions that protects their families and communities with the right security at the right moment.
Company Benefits and Perks:We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at McAfee to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees.
- Bonus Program
- Pension and Retirement Plans
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Support for Community Involvement
We're serious about our commitment to diversity which is why McAfee prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.
