Public Cloud Security Engineer Job at NTT DATA (Austin)

Job Description

The Public Cloud Security Engineer will play a crucial role in supporting the client’s Public Cloud Manager by designing and implementing security controls across public cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in security engineering, particularly in cloud security roles, and will be responsible for managing security operations, compliance, and incident response. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology is preferred, along with relevant certifications such as PCNSA and PCNSE. The position offers a competitive salary range of $83,700 - $124,000, along with comprehensive benefits and a flexible remote work environment.

Job Responsibility

Support security operations for the client’s public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP as applicable)
Implement and manage network and endpoint security controls aligned with the client’s security standards
Collaborate with client stakeholders, cloud platform teams, and agency security teams
Administer Palo Alto Panorama for centralized firewall policy management
Manage and optimize Strata Cloud Manager for cloud-delivered security and visibility
Design, deploy, and maintain firewall rules, security policies, NAT, and threat prevention profiles
Perform policy audits, tuning, and optimization to meet compliance and performance requirements
Troubleshoot connectivity, security events, and policy enforcement issues
Administer and support CrowdStrike Falcon Complete across cloud and hybrid workloads
Monitor endpoint alerts, incidents, and detections in coordination with SOC teams
Support incident response activities including containment, remediation, and root-cause analysis
Ensure endpoint coverage, sensor health, and compliance reporting
Assist with threat hunting and security posture improvements
Support compliance with the client’s security controls, policies, and reporting requirements
Assist with audits, assessments, and security documentation
Maintain security baselines and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Ensure alignment with frameworks such as NIST, CIS, and state-specific security mandates
Act as a security liaison between cloud platform teams, SOC, and client stakeholders
Provide operational metrics, dashboards, and executive-level security reports
Participate in change management, incident reviews, and security planning sessions

Requirements

U.S. Citizen work authorization required
Ability to meet FBI CJIS background check and clearance requirements
5+ years of experience in security engineering and/or cloud security roles
Hands-on experience securing cloud-native and hybrid workloads
Experience working with SOC teams and managed security services
Palo Alto Networks Panorama administration (required)
Palo Alto Strata Cloud Manager experience (required)
CrowdStrike Falcon Complete administration and incident response (required)
Public cloud security experience (AWS and/or Azure preferred)
Network security concepts: firewalls, VPNs, routing, segmentation
Endpoint security and EDR/XDR operations
Security logging, alerting, and incident response workflows
Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to work in structured, compliance-driven environments
Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
Ability to collaborate across agencies, vendors, and internal teams

Nice to have

Experience supporting government, public sector, or regulated environments
Familiarity with client’s security policies and compliance requirements
Cloud security certifications (AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, etc.)
Palo Alto certifications (PCNSA, PCNSE)
CrowdStrike certifications
Experience with compliance frameworks (NIST 800-53, CIS, ISO 27001)
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology (preferred)

What we offer

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Flexible remote work environment
Professional development and certification reimbursement
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution
Flexible spending or health savings account
Life and AD&D insurance
Short and long term disability coverage
Paid time off
Employee assistance
Participation in a 401k program with company match

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