Job#: 3034171

Job Description:

Job Title: Cloud Security Engineer

Location: Charlotte, NC / Chandler, AZ / Dallas (Irving), TX – Hybrid

Contract Length: 6 Months Contract

Pay Rate: $69/hr - $74/hr

Note: We are unable to consider C2C or third-party submissions.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Information Security Engineer to join a Cloud Workload Lifecycle Security team. This role supports a large-scale migration to a new Cloud Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) with a specific focus on Cloud Workload Protection. The position involves engineering and support for public and private cloud container and Kubernetes environments to operate vulnerability and compliance scanning.

• Implement, configure, and manage the Wiz CNAPP platform across multi-cloud environments, including AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Onboard cloud accounts, subscriptions, projects, and Kubernetes clusters into Wiz.
• Partner with DevSecOps and Platform teams to integrate Wiz into CI/CD pipelines and container workflows.
• Deploy and manage the Wiz Sensor at scale for workload and Kubernetes visibility.
• Automate the Wiz Sensor onboarding and lifecycle management to ensure consistent deployments.
• Enable and operate Wiz Container Registry Scanning across enterprise registries.
• Act as the subject matter expert for Wiz capabilities, roadmap features, and best practices for Cloud Workload Protection.
• Support vulnerability and exposure management programs by validating findings and reducing false positives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve support escalation cases related to the security platform.

Experience:

• 5+ years of Information Security Engineering experience or equivalent.
• 4+ years of experience in Cloud Security, Engineering, or DevSecOps.
• 2+ years of practical experience with Azure and Google public cloud platforms, services, and hardening practices.
• Hands-on experience deploying or administering Wiz in large-scale environments.

Technical Skills:

• Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes and container security.
• Advanced experience with Python programming and automation.
• Strong understanding of Azure/GCP architecture, IAM, networking, and cloud-native services.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, or Azure DevOps.

• Experience integrating CNAPP tools with SIEM/SOAR platforms.
• Background in vulnerability management or application security.
• Experience supporting regulated or large enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with cloud security frameworks such as CSA, CIS, or NIST.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CCSK, or CKS.
• Microsoft Azure and/or Google Cloud Certifications.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $69.00/hr to $74.00/hr. Please note that the exact compensation may vary based on factors such as experience and geographic location. A comprehensive benefits package is available to eligible employees.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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