Sr Information Security Engineer (Cloud Security)

Company Overview 

With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we’re only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.  

At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all. 

Here, we know that you’re more than your work. That’s why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you’re passionate about our purpose — people —then we can’t wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We’re united by purpose, inspired by you.   

Demonstrate and promote Cloud Security for serverless architecture including AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions, and Azure Functions
 
Ensure secure configuration of cloud networking components (VPCs, subnets, gateways, etc.), enforcing the principle of least privilege in cloud environments.
 
Securing container technology such as Kubernetes and Docker
 
Harden compute resources (VMs, containers, etc.) and establish secure runtime environments.
 
Automation
 
DDoS Mitigation & Web Application Firewall (WAF) Management
 
Provide security expertise and guidance to development and engineering teams
 
Define technical control requirements, evaluate existing tool effectiveness, and propose solutions to enhance the company's cloud security posture
 
Acts as a consultant on best practices to internal customers to ensure processes are embedded to ensure compliance to security standards

3-5 years of combined experience as a Software Engineer, Security Engineer or a Cloud Security Engineer
 
At least 3 years of experience building and architecting on Cloud-based Platforms
 
In-depth knowledge of cloud security principles, cloud-native security tools (e.g., AWS IAM, Security Hub, Azure Sentinel), and practices like encryption, IAM, and micro-segmentation.
 
Detailed understanding of Cloud Security fundamentals
 
Professional experience architecting/operating solutions and security frameworks built on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud and virtualization technologies, such as Kubernetes, Docker and OpenStack
 
The ability to design, install and maintain security controls over multi-cloud platforms
 
3-5 years of relevant experience working with technologies such as Ansible, Terraform, RegEx, Chef
 
Comfortable working with at least one scripting Languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, batch scripts.
 
Experience managing and provisioning infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools.
 
Experience with Cloud Security Posture Management tools.
 
Experience providing security threat assessments and technical guidance for network architecture design and security considerations. 
 
Experience communicating effectively across internal and external organizations, for complex mission-critical solutions.
 
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
 
Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Information Systems, Information Security, or related fields; preferred but not required.
 
Certification in any of the following a plus: Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer; AWS Cloud Architect; Azure Security Engineer Associate; CISSP

Where we’re going  

UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it’s our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!   

UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including the recruitment process.       

Disability Accommodation   

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com