Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (with some Cloud Security focused)

Important IT company At the Latin American level, growth requires: **Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (with some Cloud Security focused)** The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python, Go or equivalent development, hands-on experience with AWS security-centric services, and proficiency in AWS Step. ***Functions and Lambdas.*** * Design, develop and maintain automation framework and scripts to streamline security processes and workflows. * Deploy and manage AWS resources using Terraform, ensuring secure and scalable infrastructure. * Implement innovative security solutions to reduce the mean time to detect and respond. * Implement and optimize AWS Step Functions and Lambda for serverless automation workflows. * Leverage AWS security-centric services (e.g., IAM, Control Tower, KMS, Macie, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, EventBridge) to enhance cloud security. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security automation into CI/CD pipelines ***Monitor and troubleshoot AWS infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance and*** ***compliance*** * Stay updated on AWS best practices, security trends, and emerging technologies to drive continuous improvements. * Must be able to perform hands-on support for a wide range of security technologies, including, but not limited to: Pipeline security, DevSecOps, CloudFormation templates, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, SIEM, CSPM and Vulnerability Scanners. * Work independently with minimal supervision, while providing guidance and collaborating with the team as needed ***Required Qualifications*** * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, a related field (or equivalent work-related experience) * 3+ years of professional experience in Python, Go or equivalent development, focusing on automation * 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS technologies, particularly security-centric services (IAM, KMS, Control Tower, Macie, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, EventBridge, etc) * Proficiency in writing and developing infrastructure-as-code using Terraform * Working knowledge of AWS Step Functions and AWS Lambda for serverless architectures SIEM, IPS, and Vulnerability Scanners * Familiar with cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or in a team environment * Excellent communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders ***Preferred Qualifications*** * AWS certification (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) * Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Scalr, Harness, Jenkins) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) * Knowledge of additional programming languages or scripting tools * Familiarity with other cloud platforms (e.g., Alibaba, GCP) is a plus * Experience with DevSecOps methodologies and secure coding practices **ADVANCED CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH AND SPANISH ESSENTIAL** (Will be evaluated). **If you are a foreingner residing in Mexico, you must have a valid INE, CURP, NSS and RFC.** **Job type**: Remote. **Location**: Mexico **Salary**: OPEN **Benefits**: Excellent superior benefits.