- The Cloud Security Engineer will contribute to strengthening the security foundation for Cargill's modern cloud-based applications and platforms. In this role, you will apply cybersecurity and cloud security engineering expertise to secure, operate, and scale Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS) environments across AWS and Azure.
You will contribute to security design, adopt automation-first approaches, and help ensure security is embedded by design into cloud platforms and engineering workflows. You will also leverage AI-assisted engineering practices to improve cloud security operations, engineering productivity, and delivery efficiency.
Key Accountabilities
- Design, implement, and maintain the security and resiliency of enterprise-grade cloud services in support of Cargill's mission.
- Implement and operate cloud security solutions across AWS and Azure.
- Develop and automate security policies, controls, and workflows using Infrastructure as Code, scripting, cloud-native security services, and AI-assisted engineering capabilities.
- Partner with Enterprise IT, Cloud platforms, DevSecOps, Software Engineering, and Compliance teams to embed security into cloud architectures, CI/CD pipelines, and migration workflows.
- Support cloud security incident investigations, remediation activities, and continuous security improvements.
- Contribute to cloud security engineering standards, reusable automation, documentation, and operational best practices.
- Continuously identify opportunities to improve cloud security engineering and operations through automation and AI-driven capabilities.
Qualifications
- Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.
- 4-8 years of experience in cloud engineering and cloud security roles.
- Strong hands-on experience securing AWS and/or Azure cloud environments.
- Experience with cloud security services and platforms, including Cloud IAM, Wiz, or equivalent CSPM tools.
- Strong understanding of AWS networking and security constructs, including security groups, network firewalls, and segmentation.
- Experience designing and securing container platforms (Kubernetes, EKS, ECS, Docker, etc.).
- Strong skills in Infrastructure as Code and automation using Terraform and scripting languages such as Python, Golang, or PowerShell.
- Good understanding of DevOps and CI/CD practices, application resiliency, and security-by-design principles.
- Ability to analyze cloud security data, metrics, and logs to drive risk reduction and operational improvements.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across engineering teams and contribute to technical solutions.
- Cloud certifications in AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud (Associate, Professional, or Specialty).
- Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, GSEC, CEH, or equivalent.
- Experience supporting cloud migrations or enterprise cloud platforms.
- Experience using AI-assisted engineering tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Amazon Q, ChatGPT Enterprise, Claude, Cursor, etc.) to improve engineering productivity, automation, and software development.
- Good understanding of AI security concepts, including AI governance, AI workload security, prompt injection, data protection, and secure AI adoption in enterprise environments.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute technical solutions and collaborate across teams without direct authority.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience
- 4-8 years of experience in cloud engineering and cloud security roles
- Hands-on experience securing AWS and/or Azure cloud environments
- Experience with cloud security services and platforms, including Cloud IAM, Wiz, or equivalent CSPM tools
- Understanding of AWS networking and security constructs, including security groups, network firewalls, and segmentation
- Experience designing and securing container platforms such as Kubernetes, EKS, ECS, or Docker
- Skills in Infrastructure as Code and automation using Terraform and Python, Golang, or PowerShell
- Understanding of DevOps, CI/CD practices, application resiliency, and security-by-design principles
- Ability to analyze cloud security data, metrics, and logs
- Ability to collaborate across engineering teams and contribute to technical solutions
- Cloud certifications in AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud
- Cybersecurity certification such as CISSP, CCSP, GSEC, or CEH
- Experience supporting cloud migrations or enterprise cloud platforms
- Experience using AI-assisted engineering tools
- Understanding of AI security concepts, including AI governance, AI workload security, prompt injection, data protection, and secure AI adoption
- Ability to contribute technical solutions and collaborate across teams without direct authority
Cargill Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, mental health/EAP resources, wellness programs, and partner services like Bright Horizons and Milk Stork on the official benefits hub. Feedback suggests these offerings provide robust support for both physical and psychological well-being.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature immediate 401(k) eligibility with a competitive company match, plus an ESOP component and Vanguard administration, with some materials also noting an employer-funded retirement account. Feedback suggests the multi-layered savings design and clear match mechanics are notable strengths.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO tiers start at 15 days and scale up to 30 days with tenure, alongside defined holidays and floating personal days. Paid family leave for bonding and caregiving further rounds out a well-structured time-off program.
Cargill Insights
What We Do
We are a family company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. We connect farmers with markets so they can prosper. We connect customers with ingredients so they can make meals people love. And we connect families with daily essentials— from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to flooring. By providing customers with products that are vital for living, we help businesses grow, communities prosper and consumers live well in their daily lives.
Why Work With Us
The decision to join Cargill can open the door to a world of possibility. As part of our Digital, Technology & Data team, you’ll get to be part of a large and diverse group full of unique perspectives united by a common, higher purpose while building a rewarding career full of opportunity, growth and the satisfaction of knowing your work matters.
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