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Senior Associate, Cloud Security
Senior Associate, Cloud Security at Northern Trust in Limerick (hybrid), focusing on the implementation of cloud security policies using Policy-as-Code and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) for Azure and AWS.
Tasks
- Design, implementation, and support of security measures for cloud platforms (third-party, open source, native), with a particular focus on Azure and AWS
- Development of Policy-as-Code (PaC) and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using Terraform, while adhering to security policies and procedures that comply with industry-standard frameworks such as CIS and NIST 800-53
- Use and implementation of CSPM tools such as Wiz and Microsoft Defender for Cloud to continuously assess, monitor, and enforce security controls
- Work closely with security champions in various business units to advise and support them regarding their specific security needs
- Contribution to the Cloud Security Roadmap for Further Improving Cloud Security Practices
- Conducting regular security assessments, audits, and reviews of cloud configurations
- Investigating and responding to security incidents, conducting root-cause analyses, and implementing corrective actions
Requirements
- Proven experience working with the public cloud in an engineering or development role
- Extensive expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform
- Knowledge of Python or familiarity with Python-based DBCode tools and automation frameworks
- Experience with Git-based version control systems, CI/CD processes, and technologies (e.g., GitHub Actions, GitHub Package Repository)
- A deep understanding of cloud security principles and the integration of security into development workflows
- Practical knowledge of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud-native architectures
- Experience with privileged access management and identity systems (e.g., Azure Entra, Okta, Ping Identity)
- Experience with data classification and protection frameworks
- Security certification is an advantage
- Eligibility to work in Ireland at the time of application and throughout the entire period of employment
We offer
- Participation in a flexible and collaborative work culture
- Opportunities for internal mobility within the organization
- Accessibility of Executives
- Working at a company committed to an inclusive workplace and a strong community heritage
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