AWS Cloud Security Engineer

AWS Cloud Security Engineer - Global Quant Trading Environment - Hong Kong - Relocation Package

A leading global trading and investment firm is hiring an AWS Cloud Security Engineer to strengthen its security posture across high-performance research and trading platforms.

You'll be at the centre of securing and optimising AWS infrastructure - from IAM and SCP/RCP policy management through to encryption, automation, and real-time monitoring.

This role offers exposure to cutting-edge environments where technology, data, and security are mission-critical.

What you'll do

• Implement and enhance AWS cloud security controls.
• Manage IAM frameworks and enforce least-privilege access.
• Deploy GuardDuty, Security Hub, Config, and CloudTrail for proactive monitoring.
• Support encryption strategies (KMS) to safeguard sensitive data.
• Define and maintain AWS security baselines and compliance checks.
• Build automation frameworks using Terraform/CloudFormation.
• Strengthen cloud security operations via CSPM, CWNP, and ASPM methodologies.
• Partner with IT, risk, and leadership teams to align security with business goals.

What we're looking for

• 3+ years in cloud security, platform security, or DevSecOps.
• Strong AWS expertise, especially IAM, SCP, RCP, and security baselining.
• Hands-on with Terraform/CloudFormation and Python scripting.
• Familiarity with cloud security operations tooling (CSPM/CWNP/ASPM).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A growth mindset with eagerness to expand in cloud security.

If you're seeking a high-impact role where AWS security is front and centre, this is a standout opportunity.

Leading industry & relocation packages available