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ID #15444843
State Massachusetts
City Boston
Job type Permanent
Salary USD TBD TBD
Source Apex Systems
Showed 2021-06-14
Date 2021-06-13
Deadline 2021-08-12
Category Systems/networking
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Cloud Security Consultant

Massachusetts, Boston, 02108 Boston USA

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Apex Systems is a world class technology services business that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients' digital visions. Apex has an opportunity for a REMOTE Cloud Security Consultant. Here are the details: Position: REMOTE Cloud Security Consultant Location: Remote Rate: Negotiable based on experience Duration: 6 months+ Position Description: Our client's is currently seeking a Remote Cloud Security Consultant within the Security & Resiliency organization (SRO). SRO manages the security risk across all aspects of the organization's business. Our client is currently experiencing incredible growth in order to meet the security needs of the world's largest technology company. With team members located in over 15 countries, you will have an excellent opportunity to influence the security culture within the organization and further develop your career. The Cloud Security Consultant will be a member of the internally facing, corporate Cybersecurity Consulting organization with responsibility for contributing significant experience and technical skillset into the organization's expanding Cloud environment. The Cloud Security Consultant will be considered a security and technical expert in Software Defined Networking, Cloud technology, architecture, designs, systems implementation and integration and will assist in the development and communication of authoritative Cloud-focused policies, standards, guidelines and control requirements. The Consultant will be required to perform technical research when necessary to contribute to setting Cloud security direction and strategy. The Consultant will also partner closely with Cloud oriented programs and projects. Required Skills:

  • Mastery of Cloud service and deployment models (e.g. CaaS, SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS) and proven experience with migrating on premise solutions to the Cloud
  • Knowledge of Cloud-native/Cloud-friendly security controls
  • Detailed technical knowledge and experience with general network security, authentication, security protocols, access control, cryptography, application security and data protection
  • Proven success with at least one of the following technologies: Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), VMware virtualization solutions, Pivotal, Windows and Linux based platforms, etc.
  • Experience building a security catalog of best practices, techniques and patterns to enable secure network implementations
  • Hands-on experience with additional security technologies such as Firewalls, Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems, Vulnerability Scanning, WAF, Wireless LAN, NAC, DLP, DDoS Mitigation, WAN security, SIEM, Content Filtering, Cloud Security gateways, Secure Proxies, SSL crypto solutions, etc.
  • Solid understanding of concepts related to information systems audit, information security, general IT controls, application controls and assessing technology risks
  • Solid understanding of DevOps and testing tooling such as Jira, TFS, Github, Gitlab, and Atlassian tools.
  • Advanced understanding of Cybersecurity concepts with expertise in performing security control assessments utilizing established industry frameworks
  • Additional experience with network security preferred
  • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing and shifting priorities
  • Ability to efficiently summarize complex, cross-organizational initiatives
  • Ability to help drive agreement on priorities through the influencing of and negotiation with stakeholders who at times may hold competing or conflicting goals

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
  • Individuals with CISSP, CISM, or CCSP certifications preferred
  • 5+ years Security experience
Additional Benefits: For this opportunity, you will also be eligible for benefits through Apex for the contract period, 401K, medical/health benefits options, a W2 hourly rate, weekly pay, and direct deposit! Perks: any selling points about the role/company EEO Employer Apex is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or

EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or

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