The Opportunity: We are seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to support enterprise cloud security initiatives focused on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Oracle SaaS applications, and third-party SaaS platforms. This role will be responsible for assessing cloud and SaaS environments, identifying security risks, and driving the implementation of security controls that align with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate possesses strong expertise in cloud security architecture, SaaS security governance, and security engineering practices. This individual will partner with cloud engineering, architecture, DevOps, and risk management teams to ensure secure adoption of cloud technologies while helping establish scalable security standards, automation, and governance capabilities across the enterprise.
 

• Role: Cloud Security Engineer – OCI & SaaS Security
• Experience: 7+ Years
• Work Location: Phoenix, AZ
• Project Duration: 12+ Month Contract

Responsibilities

• Perform security assessments of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Oracle SaaS applications, and third-party SaaS platforms.
• Evaluate cloud architectures, application integrations, and configurations to identify security risks and control gaps.
• Provide security recommendations to support secure deployment, onboarding, and operational management of cloud and SaaS solutions.
• Review security controls across identity management, network security, data protection, logging, monitoring, and platform security domains.
• Assess API security, container security, and emerging technology risks including AI and Generative AI solutions.
• Support the development and maintenance of cloud security standards, governance requirements, and implementation guardrails.
• Assist in implementing OCI-native security services and cloud security monitoring capabilities.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security controls into cloud deployment and operational processes.
• Participate in SaaS onboarding reviews, security certifications, and vendor risk assessments.
• Evaluate SaaS security posture, configuration management, data protection controls, and identity governance practices.
• Support security automation initiatives leveraging Infrastructure-as-Code and policy-driven governance frameworks.
• Partner with stakeholders across architecture, engineering, compliance, procurement, and risk management functions to support security decision-making.
• Document assessment findings, recommendations, remediation activities, and governance evidence.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance cloud security maturity and operational effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Cloud Security, Information Security, Security Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Hands-on experience performing security assessments within Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) or comparable cloud environments.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Identity & Access Management (IAM)
  • Network Security
  • Data Protection & Encryption
  • Security Logging & Monitoring
  • Container & Platform Security
  • API Security
• Experience conducting security reviews of SaaS applications and cloud-based services.
• Familiarity with OCI security services and cloud governance practices.
• Experience reviewing cloud architectures, infrastructure designs, and Infrastructure-as-Code deployments using Terraform.
• Knowledge of cloud shared responsibility models and secure-by-design principles.
• Experience identifying security risks, control deficiencies, and remediation strategies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) certifications.
• Experience with:
  • OCI Cloud Guard
  • OCI Security Zones
  • Oracle SaaS platforms
  • SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM) solutions
  • Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) technologies
  • Policy-as-Code frameworks
  • Automated compliance and governance tooling
• Experience supporting AI/ML or Generative AI security initiatives.
• Familiarity with GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices.
• Knowledge of security frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, and CSA Cloud Controls Matrix.
• Experience supporting enterprise cloud governance and regulatory compliance programs.

What We're Looking For

• Strong cloud security professional with a passion for securing modern cloud and SaaS environments.
• Ability to balance security requirements with business objectives while enabling cloud adoption.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in large enterprise environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence security decisions.
• Commitment to security excellence, automation, governance, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and recommend secure implementation approaches.

Technologent is an Equal Opportunity Employer -- EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled -- for reasonable accommodations, please contact us at hr@technologent.com

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