Job Description

Cloud Security Analyst

Key Responsibilities

Implement, manage, and monitor cloud security controls (IAM, RBAC, MFA, encryption, auditing).
Design and enforce Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC) across cloud infrastructure.
Configure and maintain encryption standards (TLS, AES-256) for data in transit and at rest.
Conduct regular audits, penetration tests, and monitoring to identify vulnerabilities.
Ensure compliance with security frameworks and standards (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC2, GDPR, POPIA).
Implement cloud monitoring tools for threat detection and incident response.
Collaborate with DevOps/Cloud Engineers to embed security into CI/CD pipelines (shift-left security).
Prepare and deliver security assessment reports for leadership and compliance teams.
Stay updated on evolving cloud security risks, tools, and industry trends.

Core Requirements

Minimum 5 years experience in Cloud Security, Information Security, or Cybersecurity.
Strong knowledge of cloud security best practices (AWS, Azure, or GCP preferred).
Expertise in IAM, RBAC, and MFA solutions.
Hands-on experience with encryption protocols (TLS, AES-256).
Solid understanding of audit processes and compliance frameworks
Proficiency with monitoring and security tools (SIEM, CloudTrail, Azure Sentinel, Splunk, etc.).
Knowledge of container security and serverless environment security.
Relevant certifications advantageous (CCSP, CISSP, CISM, Microsoft/Azure Security, AWS Security).

About Boardroom Appointments - Global Human and Talent Capital

Boardroom Appointments is a global specialist in Recruitment, Contract Staffing, Project Staffing, Temporary Employment Solutions, Training, HR Consultancy and Expatriate Mobility that operates extensively in Africa, EMEA, America, and Europe.

We have been industry leaders since 1989. Our dynamic team of recruitment and labour professionals has serviced hundreds of clients and placed thousands of candidates in various industries across the globe. We have gained invaluable insight and experience into global market trends and human resource workings.

We have specialized divisions that enhance our ability to service all clients in the following industries:

- FMGC

- Finance, Banking and Insurance

- Manufacturing and Processing

- Oil and Gas, Mining, Engineering and Construction

- Medical, Pharmaceutical and Health Care

- Logistics and Supply Chain

- Information Technology, Media and Telecommunications

- Waste Management and Sanitation Services

- Renewable and Alternative Energy

- Retail and Commercial Property

- Agriculture and Production

- Government and Public Services

- Call Centre and Customer Support Services

Today, Boardroom Appointments has a global candidate database and network, servicing clients around the world with all their Human Capital needs.

This experience allows clients to rely on us FULLY for all their talent needs, both permanent and temporary, while they focus on their core business.

We custom design solutions to perfectly fit our client's recruitment needs and form long-lasting relationships based on quality service and flawlessly fulfilled deliverables.

Our team is comprised of passionate and driven individuals who strive to maintain the best and most professional service to our clients.

We are focused, passionate, and we love what we do.

Industry

Unknown

Company Size

51-200 employees

Headquarters

Bedfordview, ZA

Year Founded

1989

Website

boardroom.co.za

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