Senior Cloud Security Engineer

About This Job

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement security controls for cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, GCP, AWS) aligned with industry best practices and compliance standards
• Assess cloud environments for vulnerabilities, risks, and misconfigurations; recommend and implement remediation strategies
• Develop and enforce cloud security architecture, policies, standards, and guidance
• Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and platform teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps)
• Monitor cloud systems for threats using SIEM, CSPM, and cloud-native security tools
• Lead incident response efforts related to cloud security events and support forensic investigations
• Automate security processes (e.g., infrastructure as code, security testing, compliance checks)
• Stay up to date with emerging threats, cloud technologies, and evolving security best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity with strong focus on cloud security
• Hands-on experience securing at least one major cloud platform (Azure, GCP, or AWS); multi-cloud experience preferred
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture, identity and access management (IAM), networking, and encryption
• Experience with security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS benchmarks)
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, PowerShell, or similar) and automation tools
• Familiarity with container and Kubernetes security is a plus
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, Azure Security Engineer, Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer)

Preferred Experience

• Experience securing AI/ML workloads, data platforms, or modern application architectures
• Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and cloud-native security solutions
• Experience with threat modeling and secure software design

What Success Looks Like

• Secure, compliant, and resilient cloud environments
• Reduced security risks through proactive controls and automation
• Strong collaboration with engineering teams to embed security into development processes

About Axos

Born digital-first, Axos delivers financial tools and services that allow individuals, small businesses, and companies to access and manage their money how, when, and where they want. We’re a diverse team of dynamic, insightful, and independent innovators who are excited to provide technology-driven solutions that offer unbeatable value to our customers.

Axos Financial is our holding company and is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "AX" (NYSE: AX).

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Pre-Employment Background Check, Medical, and Drug Test:

All offers are contingent upon the candidate successfully passing a credit check, criminal background check, and pre-employment medical and drug screening.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Axos is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Functions and Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit for extended periods of time. Manual dexterity and coordination are required while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard and mouse, calculator, telephone, copiers, etc.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.