This role is responsible for strengthening Cleo's AWS security posture, embedding secure-by-default cloud guardrails, and partnering closely with Platform and Engineering teams to reduce infrastructure risk without slowing innovation.
The ideal candidate is hands-on, technically deep in AWS, and experienced in building scalable cloud security capabilities in a high-growth SaaS environment.
What You Will Be Doing
Cloud Security Architecture
- Design and implement secure cloud architecture patterns
- Establish guardrails for AWS accounts and services
- Strengthen multi-account strategy and segmentation
- Improve IAM design, permission boundaries, and least-privilege models
- Review major infrastructure changes for security impact
Cloud Detection and Visibility
- Implement and tune cloud-native detection capabilities
- Integrate AWS security services into centralized monitoring
- Identify misconfigurations and excessive permissions
- Improve signal-to-noise ratio in cloud alerts
Infrastructure as Code Security
- Embed security controls into Terraform or other IaC workflows
- Enforce policy-as-code guardrails
- Ensure IaC scanning is integrated into CI/CD pipelines
- Reduce configuration drift across environments
Vulnerability and Configuration Management
- Oversee cloud misconfiguration detection and remediation
- Track infrastructure vulnerability exposure
- Reduce critical vulnerability exposure window
- Partner with Platform teams to automate remediation
Data Protection and Encryption
- Ensure proper encryption standards across storage and databases
- Manage KMS usage and key lifecycle best practices
- Strengthen logging and monitoring coverage
Incident Response Support
- Lead cloud-focused investigations during security incidents
- Improve forensic readiness in AWS
- Harden logging and evidence retention practices
Automation and Continuous Improvement
- Automate guardrails and enforcement mechanisms
- Improve developer experience with secure cloud defaults
- Reduce manual cloud security reviews
- Optimizing tooling cost and effectiveness
Metrics and Reporting
- Define KPIs for cloud security posture
- Report on misconfiguration trends and exposure windows
- Provide executive-level reporting on infrastructure risk
- Support audit and compliance evidence collection
Your Qualifications
Required
- 7+ years of experience in cloud security, cloud engineering, or infrastructure security
- Deep expertise in AWS architecture and services
- Strong understanding of IAM design and least-privilege principles
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD integration
- Experience implementing cloud-native detection and monitoring
- Ability to translate infrastructure risk into business impact
Preferred
- Experience in mid-market or high-growth SaaS environments
- Experience supporting SOC 2 or similar audits
- Familiarity with policy-as-code frameworks
- Experience building multi-account AWS environments
- Relevant certifications such as AWS Security Specialty, CISSP, or equivalent
A few things we have to offer:
- $130,000 to $150,000 base salary + bonus opportunity
- Great Healthcare + Dental + Vision
- Flexible PTO
- Culture of support, encouraging Life-Work balance
- 401k match
- FSA and HSA options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Representing a company with 4,000+ clients and a 99% retention rate
- Accelerated title and salary growth potential
- A fun and energetic work environment that makes you excited to go to work every day
Top Skills
What the Team is Saying
What We Do
Join. Grow. Lead the Future of Supply Chain. At Cleo, we don’t just integrate supply chains—we orchestrate them. As the pioneer and global leader of the Supply Chain Orchestration software category, Cleo is helping thousands of companies around the globe drive transformation, deliver excellence, and shape the future of their global operations. Whether you're joining us from outside or growing within, Cleo is your platform to lead with purpose, innovate with impact, and thrive in a culture that champions your growth. Why Join Us? Strategic Influence: Be at the helm of global supply chain strategy, driving decisions that impact customers, partners, and communities worldwide. Innovation-Driven Culture: Work with the latest in AI, automation, and digital supply chain platforms to solve complex challenges. End-to-End Visibility: Lead across planning, sourcing, logistics, and fulfillment—connecting dots others can’t see. Sustainability at the Core: Help build ethical, transparent, and sustainable supply chains that make a difference. Why Grow with Us? Leadership Development: Access world-class programs, executive mentorship, and rotational opportunities to accelerate your career. Internal Mobility: We prioritize internal talent—your next big opportunity could be just one conversation away. Recognition & Impact: Your ideas matter. Your leadership is visible. Your success is celebrated. Inclusive Community: Thrive in a diverse, collaborative environment where every voice is heard and respected. Our Promise We are a top talent destination for supply chain leaders technology who want to make bold moves, solve real-world problems, and grow without limits. Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or scaling new heights, your journey starts here. Cleo … never stops
Why Work With Us
Cleo’s people share a genuine respect for each other and for the future we’re helping our customers to create. Beyond guiding how we act, and more important than driving us to deliver solutions that help our company and our customers succeed, our core focus on Appreciation creates something even more essential, for everyone: enduring value.
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