Job Purpose and Impact
- The Cloud Security Engineer will help solidify foundation for the company's modern business applications. In this role, you will apply your knowledge of cybersecurity and cloud engineering practices to secure and operate Infrastructure as a Service and Platform as a Service used by our data and application teams to drive business value.You will also coach and mentor junior engineers to deliver highly scalable security solutions using automation
Key Accountabilities
- Develop and maintain security and resiliency of enterprise-grade cloud services to support Cargill's mission
- Implement and manage cloud security solutions across AWS & Azure
- Automate security policies and workflows using scripting languages and cloud native security tools to improve efficiency and scalability
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (enterprise IT product teams, Cloud Center of Excellence, DevOps, Software Engineering, Compliance) to integrate security practices into cloud deployments
- Assist with incident response activities for cloud-related security incidents, including investigation, containment, remediation, and post-mortem analysis
- Lead stakeholder interactions and mentor more junior engineers
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Minimum of four years of related work experience in cloud engineering concepts
- Experience with AWS networking security tools (ANF, security groups) and with AWS cloud security technologies, including IAM, Guard duty, Wiz, Prisma Cloud etc.
- Experience with container technologies (Kubernetes, EKS, ECS, Swarm, Docker, etc.)
- Strong background in scripting and programming, including - Terraform, Golang or Python, PowerShell
- Solid understanding of agile methodologies such as DevOps, CI/CD, application resiliency, and security
- Ability to analyze system metrics and other types of data to draw insightful conclusions
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills:- Certifications in AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud.
- Strong experience in developing and architecting cloud-native applications with AWS services
- Cybersecurity certifications (i.e., CISSP, CEH, CCSP, GSEC, etc.)
Compensation Data
The expected salary for this position is $120,000 - $170,000. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, certifications, education, and level of experience. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance.
At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked. Visit: https://www.cargill.com/page/my-health/mh-health-and-wellnessto learn more (subject to certain collective bargaining agreements for Union positions).
Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.
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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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