Security and Compliance Engineer

Overview

This is a 100% remote position for a 12 month contract with possible extention. 

Make a real impact on a global scale. We’re partnering with a leading tech innovator to find a skilled Security and Compliance Engineer to join their team. This is your chance to dive into the heart of cloud security, working to protect cutting-edge services and ensure they meet the highest compliance standards. You’ll be a key player in shaping security strategies and building resilient solutions that safeguard critical data and infrastructure.
As a Security and Compliance Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Conducting in-depth security and risk assessments for cloud-based services.
• Documenting and managing risks within a centralized Risk Register.
• Collaborating with engineering teams to implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Providing expert security guidance and hands-on remediation support.
• Developing and standardizing remediation procedures for future use.
• Analyzing security and compliance data to identify trends and potential vulnerabilities.
• Automating risk tracking, compliance validation, and remediation workflows.
• Contributing to security and compliance initiatives across the organization.
• Tracking and documenting your work using project management tools.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• CISSP certification or equivalent (e.g., SANS GIAC certifications).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure, including its security architecture and services.
• 3+ years of experience in security assessments, threat modeling, and risk analysis.
• 1+ year of experience in risk management, with working knowledge of NIST CSF v2 or other relevant control frameworks.
• Strong understanding of web application security threats and mitigation techniques.
• Proven ability to provide security and compliance support across multiple teams.
• Experience using data analysis tools for compliance and security telemetry analysis.
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, scripting, CI/CD integration) to improve compliance and risk workflows.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Experience with secure code reviews and static/dynamic analysis tools.
• Hands-on experience securing specific cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with compliance automation frameworks or platforms.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $58 to $65 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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