Talantix.io
Paxos•15.02.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Engineering Manager - Cloud Security

$240K–$276K/year
RemoteWeb3
AWS•Kubernetes•Terraform•CI/CD•Zero Trust•Incident Response•Infrastructure as Code

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager, Cloud Security to join our team at Paxos. This Engineering Manager remote position is an exciting opportunity to lead a team responsible for securing our cloud-native infrastructure. You will play a critical role in shaping the security landscape of our AWS and Kubernetes environments while ensuring compliance and resilience as we scale.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of cloud security engineers, setting clear goals and providing ongoing feedback.
  • Own the security posture of our AWS and Kubernetes platforms, including multi-account AWS Organizations and multi-cluster Kubernetes environments.
  • Drive the design and implementation of Zero Trust architectures, ensuring robust identity and access management.
  • Partner with Platform, SRE, and Product Engineering teams to embed security into infrastructure roadmaps and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Establish and scale infrastructure as code and policy as code practices to automate security guardrails.
  • Act as Incident Commander for high-severity security incidents, coordinating technical responses and stakeholder communication.
  • Own the security engineering roadmap for cloud and container security, balancing short-term risk reduction with long-term strategic investments.
  • Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, and Legal to maintain and improve our security posture.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of engineering experience, including time as a security engineer focused on cloud or application security.
  • 2-3 years of experience as an engineering manager, leading security or infrastructure teams.
  • Proven experience securing production AWS environments, including AWS Organizations and IAM.
  • Hands-on experience securing multi-cluster Kubernetes environments.
  • Strong fluency with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or CDK.
  • Deep understanding of security architecture concepts, including Zero Trust and cloud hardening best practices.
  • Demonstrated experience leading incident response as an Incident Commander.
  • Excellent communication skills to explain complex security risks to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with security frameworks like SOC2 and ISO.
  • Proficiency in headcount planning and performance reviews.
  • Experience with security automation tools and practices.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $240,200 to $275,500 per year.
  • Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
  • Opportunity to work with leading financial institutions and cutting-edge technology.
  • Support for professional development and continuous learning.
  • Collaborative and inclusive company culture focused on security as an enabler.
Language Requirements
EnglishC1
BasicIntermediateAdvancedNative
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This Engineering Manager role at Paxos offers a unique opportunity to lead cloud security initiatives in a fully remote environment. With a competitive salary and the chance to work with top financial institutions, it's an attractive position for experienced leaders.

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Who Will Succeed Here

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Deep expertise in AWS security best practices, including IAM policies, VPC configurations, and CloudTrail logging, to effectively lead cloud security initiatives.

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Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, enabling efficient and secure provisioning of cloud resources, as well as familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for automated security testing.

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Strong analytical mindset with a proactive approach to incident response and a solid understanding of Zero Trust architecture principles, allowing for effective risk management and compliance in a remote work environment.

Learning Resources

→AWS Security Best Practicesguide
→Introduction to Kubernetes Securitycourse
→Terraform: Up & Runningbook

Career Path

Engineering Manager - Cloud Security(Now)→Director of Cloud Security(2-4 years)→Vice President of Engineering(4-6 years)

Market Overview

AWS Market Size 2024
$110B
Annual Growth (AWS)
16.5%
AI Adoption in Cloud Security
54%
Investment in Cloud Security
+30%
Labour Demand for Cloud Security Roles
+25%
Avg Salary for Engineering Managers in Cloud Security
$150K

Skills & Requirements

Required
AWSKubernetesTerraform
Growing in Demand
DevSecOpsContainer SecurityServerless Architecture
Declining
Traditional Firewall ManagementOn-Premise Infrastructure Management

Domain Trends

Rise of Zero Trust Architectures
Organizations are increasingly implementing Zero Trust models, with 70% of enterprises expected to adopt them by 2025.
Increased Automation in Security
The use of automation tools in cloud security is projected to grow by 40% as companies seek to reduce response times and improve efficiency.
Focus on Compliance and Governance
With 60% of organizations facing regulatory scrutiny, compliance-focused cloud security solutions are becoming essential, driving demand for skilled professionals.

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