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FAVARH

Cloud Security Engineer

Boston, MA · Remote

This role is remote with the expectation that candidates are based near one of the following Voya ... This role will partner closely with Cloud,DevSecOps, Application Security, and Platform Engineering ...

Humana

Cyber Security Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

The selected candidate will work across Product Security, DevSecOps, Cloud Engineering, AI Security ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Cyber Security Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

The selected candidate will work across Product Security, DevSecOps, Cloud Engineering, AI Security ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Cyber Security Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

The selected candidate will work across Product Security, DevSecOps, Cloud Engineering, AI Security ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

ALKU

Information Security Engineer

Andover, MA · On-site +1

$150K - $180K/yr

Review and advise on network changes, cloud connectivity, remote access design, and firewall rule ... engineering or network security is a strong differentiator * Hands-on experience with SIEM ...

Wsgr

Senior AI Security Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$124K - $170K/yr

The Senior AI Security Engineer, under the direction of the Director, Security Engineering and ... Solid command of cloud security fundamentals (AWS, Azure, or GCP) as applied to AI workloads ...

Later

Senior Security Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$124K - $170K/yr

Senior Security Engineer Remote, United States About this position: We're looking for a Senior ... Improve cloud infrastructure and corporate systems security through hardening, monitoring ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote cloud security engineer in Boston, MA is $68.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58.22 and $77.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote cloud security engineer?

A Remote Cloud Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security measures to protect cloud-based systems and data from cyber threats. They work remotely to assess vulnerabilities, enforce security policies, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Their role often involves collaboration with IT teams to develop secure cloud architectures, monitor for security breaches, and respond to incidents. Strong knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, as well as expertise in encryption, access control, and threat detection, are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote cloud security engineer?

To thrive as a Remote Cloud Security Engineer, you need strong expertise in cloud computing security, network architecture, risk analysis, and hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud platforms, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Terraform, security monitoring solutions, and certifications such as AWS Certified Security–Specialty or CISSP is highly valued. Exceptional problem-solving, self-motivation, and clear communication skills are important for remote collaboration and proactive threat management. These abilities ensure robust security postures, efficient incident response, and effective teamwork in distributed environments.

What are some typical challenges remote cloud security engineers face, and how can they overcome them?

Remote Cloud Security Engineers often face challenges such as staying up to date with rapidly evolving cloud technologies, addressing complex security threats across multiple environments, and maintaining clear communication within distributed teams. To overcome these, professionals rely on continuous learning, leveraging automation tools, and participating in regular cross-team meetings or security reviews. Setting up robust monitoring and incident response processes also helps manage risks more effectively. Collaboration with colleagues across infrastructure, development, and compliance teams is crucial for maintaining a secure and resilient cloud environment.

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Infographic showing various Remote Cloud Security Engineer job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $142,104 per year, or $68.3 per hour.

Cloud Security Engineer

FAVARH

Boston, MA • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Together we fight for everyone's opportunity for a better financial future.

We will do this together - with customers, partners and colleagues. We will fight for others, not against: We will stand up for and champion everyone's access to opportunities. The status quo is not good enough ... we believe every individual and every community deserves access to financial opportunities. We are determined to support both individuals and communities in reaching a better financial future. We know that reaching this future depends on our actions today.

Like our Purpose Statement, Voya believes in being bold and committed to action. We are committed to a work environment where the differences that we are born with - and those we acquire throughout our lives - are understood, valued and intentionally pursued. We believe that our employees own our culture and have a responsibility to foster an environment where we all feel comfortable bringing our whole selves to work. Purposefully bringing our differences together to positively influence our culture, serve our clients and enrich our communities is essential to our vision.

Are you ready to join a company with a strong purpose and a winning culture? Start your Voyage - Apply Now

***This role is remote with the expectation that candidates are based near one of the following Voya office locations: Windsor, CT; Boston, MA; or Atlanta, GA.***

Voya is seeking aSenior IT Security Specialistto strengthen ourSaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM),Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), andcontainer securitycapabilities across a rapidly evolving hybrid cloud and SaaS ecosystem.

This role will partner closely with Cloud,DevSecOps, Application Security, and Platform Engineering teams toidentify, assess, and remediate security risksacross SaaS platforms, public cloud infrastructure, and containerized workloads. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience withcloud-native security controls, automation, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), Policy-as-Code (PaC), and modern security tooling.

Experience withCrowdStrike Falcon Shield,Palo AltoPrisma, Cortexor similar platforms is highly desirable. Familiarity withAI Security Posture Management (AI-SPM)andMLOpssecurityis a strong plus as Voya continues to expand its AI-enabled capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

SaaS & Cloud Security Posture Management

  • SupportSaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM)initiatives across enterprise SaaS platforms.

  • Configure,operate, and tune SSPM/CSPM tools toidentifymisconfigurations, excessive permissions, and risky integrations.

  • Support and mature CSPM capabilities acrossAWS and Azure, including continuous monitoring and risk prioritization.

  • Partner with application owners to drive remediation of SaaS and cloud security findings.

Cloud & Container Security

  • Secure cloud-native workloads across AWS and Azure using native and third-party security controls.

  • Supportcontainer and Kubernetes security, including image scanning, runtime protections, and policy enforcement.

  • Collaborate withDevSecOpsteams to embed security controls into CI/CD pipelines.

Automation,IaC&PaC

  • Develop andmaintainsecurity automationusing scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash).

  • Implement and reviewInfrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation)with a security-first mindset.

  • Design and enforcePolicy-as-Code (OPA, Sentinel, native cloud policies)to prevent insecure deployments.

  • Enable shift-left security by integrating controls early in thedevelopmentlifecycle.

AI / ML Security (Plus)

  • Contribute to emergingAI Security Posture Management (AI-SPM)efforts.

  • Partner with platform and data teams to assess and secureMLOpspipelines, models, and supporting infrastructure.

  • Help define guardrails for AI usage, data access, and model governance.

Risk, Governance & Collaboration

  • Translate technical findings into actionable risk insights forremediation.

  • Support audits, risk assessments, and regulatory inquiries related to cloud and SaaS security.

  • Stay current on emerging threats, SaaS attack patterns, cloud security trends, and AI security risks.

  • Mentor junior team members and influence secure-by-design practices across the organization.

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience ininformation security, withstrongfocus oncloud and SaaS security.

  • Hands-on experience withCloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)in AWS and/or Azure.

  • Experience withSaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM)tools such as:

  • CrowdStrike Falcon Shield

  • Palo Alto (SaaS / Prisma-related capabilities)

  • or similar platforms

  • Strong understanding ofcontainer securityand Kubernetes environments.

  • Proficiencyinscripting and automation(Python, PowerShell, Bash).

  • Practical experience withInfrastructure-as-Code (IaC)andPolicy-as-Code (PaC).

  • Solid understanding of IAM, identity federation, least-privilege access, and SaaS permissions models.

  • Ability to work cross-functionally with cloud, DevOps, AppSec, and platform teams.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications

  • Experience securingMLOpspipelinesand AI-enabled platforms.

  • Familiarity withAI Security Posture Management (AI-SPM)concepts and tooling.

  • Experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.

  • Knowledge of cloud-native security services (AWS Security Hub,GuardDuty, Azure Defender, etc.).

  • Security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS/Azure Security certifications.

What Success Looks Like

  • Improved visibility and risk reduction across Voya's SaaS and cloud environments.

  • Measurable reduction in high-risk misconfigurations and over-privileged access.

  • Increased automation and policy-driven enforcement of security controls.

  • Strong partnership with engineering teams, enabling security without slowing delivery.

  • Forward-looking contributions to AI andMLOpssecurity strategy.

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Compensation Pay Disclosure:

Voya is committed to pay that's fair and equitable, which means comparable pay for comparable roles and responsibilities.

The below annual base salary range reflects the expected hiring range(s) for this position in the location(s) listed. In addition to base salary, Voya offers incentive opportunities (i.e., annual cash incentives, sales incentives, and/or long-term incentives) based on the role to reward the achievement of annual performance objectives. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Voya Financial is willing to pay at the time of this posting.

Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted salary range based upon the candidate's geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

$114,480 - $130,000

Be Well. Stay Well.

Voya provides the resources that can make a difference in your lives. To us, this means thriving physically, financially, socially and emotionally. Voya benefits are designed to help you do just that. That's why we offer an array of plans, programs, tools and resources with one goal in mind: To help you and your family be well and stay well.

What We Offer

  • Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans
  • 401(k) Savings plan - with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%)
  • Voya Retirement Plan - employer paid cash balance retirement plan (4%)
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
  • Paid time off - including 20 days paid time off, nine paid company holidays and a flexible Diversity Celebration Day.
  • Paid volunteer time - 40 hours per calendar year

Learn more about Voya benefits (download PDF)

Critical Skills

At Voya, we have identified the following critical skills which are key to success in our culture:

  • Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight our customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations.
  • Critical Thinking: Thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem solving data to reach a well-reasoned solution.
  • Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to drive our culture and execute on our common goals.
  • Business Acumen: Appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry in order to make sound business decisions.
  • Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage.

Learn more about Critical Skills

Equal Employment Opportunity

Voya Financial is an equal-opportunity employer. Voya Financial provides equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Voya is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Voya will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please reference resources for applicants with disabilities.

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