Cloud (AWS) Infrastructure Security Specialist

Position Summary :

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving healthcare through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. The Cloud Infrastructure Security Specialist will design and implement security controls across our cloud environments to ensure compliance, protect sensitive data, and mitigate risks. (Mainly IAM requirements for AWS infra)

Responsibilities :

Develop and enforce cloud security policies and standards.

Implement IAM, encryption, and monitoring solutions.

Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate security into CI / CD pipelines.

Conduct vulnerability assessments and manage remediation plans.

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.

5+ years of experience in cloud security (AWS).

Expertise in IAM, encryption, network security, and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC2).

Hands-on experience with AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, SIEM tools.

Preferred Certification :

AWS Security Specialty, CISSP, or equivalent certifications