• Identifying threats and developing appropriate defense measures. Evaluating system changes for security implications.
• Ensure cloud systems and solutions are secure by design.
• Conducting continuous vulnerability and compliance validation to ensure ongoing adherence to security policies and regulations.
• Monitoring cloud environments for security incidents and ensuring rapid response through automated mechanisms.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including developers, cloud engineers, architects, and operations, to embed security as code practices into the DevOps pipeline.
• Serves as a subject matter expert on cloud technologies and security solutions, providing guidance and mentorship to team members. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge sharing across the organization.
• Staying updated on the latest cloud security threats and advancements

Required Skills:

• At least 5 years of experience in design, implementation and securing cloud solutions.
• SME in Cloud Security Build-out Security controls, Implementation of Guard Rails, and Implementations of Cloud Security environments.
• Expertise in cloud service providers, especially AWS, Azure, and OCI
• Hands on experience with cloud security services specialized in Threat Detection, Encryption, Data Protection, Compliance, privilege access management etc.
• Deep understanding of cloud security frameworks, compliance requirements, and best practices
• Familiar with infrastructure as code (IaC) and security as code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, and Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates.
• Strong analytical skills to identify potential security risks and automate compliance checks.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work effectively under pressure.
• The Cloud Security Engineer must be proactive, with a strategic approach to security management, ensuring that the cloud platform and solutions are always not only secure but also compliant through automated policies and validation.
• Certifications like AWS Cloud Solution Architect, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional or equivalent a plus

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or relevant industry certifications. Equivalent work experience equally preferable.

Preferred Certifications:

• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM)
• Certified Information System Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

• As per MUFG’s work policy, must work onsite 4 days and 1 day remotely out of either our Jersey City, NJ, Tampa, FL or Tempe, AZ office
• The typical base pay range for this role is between $145K - $176K depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and location. This role may also be eligible for certain discretionary performance-based bonus and/or incentive compensation. Additionally, our Total Rewards program provides colleagues with a competitive benefits package (in accordance with the eligibility requirements and respective terms of each) that includes comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement plans, educational assistance and training programs, income replacement for qualified employees with disabilities, paid maternity and parental bonding leave, and paid vacation, sick days, and holidays. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please click the link below.MUFG Benefits Summary
• We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (including (i) the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, (ii) the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, (iii) the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and (iv) the California Fair Chance Act) to the extent that (a) an applicant is not subject to a statutory disqualification pursuant to Section 3(a)(39) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 or Section 8a(2) or 8a(3) of the Commodity Exchange Act, and (b) they do not conflict with the background screening requirements of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the National Futures Association (NFA).
• The major responsibilities listed above are the material job duties of this role for which the Company reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of conditional offer of employment, if any.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
• We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to leveraging the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experience of our workforce to create opportunities for our colleagues and our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, gender identity, sex, age, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran and military status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status of an individual or that individual’s associates or relatives that is protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.