Cloud Security Engineer (m / f / d) The Postcode Lottery raises funds for good causes. Together with our partners and everyone who participates in the lottery, our staff members all work towards creating a better, greener and more socially inclusive world. Would it make you proud to contribute towards this amazing mission as “a / an “(m / f / d)? Join our international team at the Postcode Lottery Group in the Netherlands, Germany, Norway, the UK and Sweden! Role summary :
As a Cloud Security Engineer, you will join our Cloud Core team, which is responsible for the fundamentals of our cloud landscape, including security, networking, access & permissions, backups, account provisioning, and creating standards. In this role, you will work closely with our Cyber Security team, other cloud teams, and product development teams to ensure a secure and compliant cloud environment.
Your primary responsibility will be designing, building, and maintaining security solutions within our AWS cloud environment. You will act as a consultant to other teams regarding cloud security, offering expert advice and ensuring best practices are followed. Your role will be critical in safeguarding our infrastructure and applications against potential threats, and you will be instrumental in shaping our cloud security strategy.
Key responsibilities :
- Design, implement, and manage security solutions for AWS cloud environments.
- Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices for cloud infrastructure.
- Conduct security assessments and manage vulnerabilities for cloud-based applications and services.
- Collaborate with the Cyber Security team to integrate and align security controls across the cloud landscape.
- Work closely with product development teams to ensure security is embedded throughout the development lifecycle.
- Provide expert consultation to various teams on cloud security matters.
- Monitor and respond to security incidents and alerts within the cloud environment.
- Automate security processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud security trends, threats, and technologies.
Requirements :
A minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud security, specifically with AWS.You should have strong knowledge and hands-on experience with AWS security services and best practices.Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools, specifically Terraform and CloudFormation.You should be skilled in scripting languages such as Python or Bash.Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards, such as NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2, is necessary.Desirable :
Experience with integrating security tools into CI / CD pipelines is preferred.A strong understanding of network security principles and practices is advantageous.At least one relevant certification, such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, CISSP, or CISM.Degree in cyber securityThis makes you happy :
We offer each and every colleague a solid basis. In addition to your salary, you have the opportunity to take out a pension plan through us, which we subsidise. It’s important for us for everyone to continue developing. Our Lottery Academy offers a range of training programmes and courses. There are also many career opportunities at home and abroad.We enjoy working with one another. We regularly arrange social activities – take the monthly gathering for drinks and snacks – and organize our Christmas breakfast at the end of the year that everyone looks forward to and when we look back proudly at what we’ve achieved together.Staying active keeps you fit and relaxation is good for you. That’s why we offer our employees discounts at Fitness First, JobRad and Urban Sports Club, to name just a few.You’re regularly involved in the work carried out by the charities thanks to the funds we raise for them. This includes project visits, LunchLectures and our annual Charity Gala.We work in a modern building just a few minutes' walk from Düsseldorf's main railway station. We encourage everyone to travel by public transport. That's why you'll also receive a Job Ticket, which you can use to travel around your region for free outside of working hours.Your future employer :
The Postcode Lottery Group is an international organization with a social purpose. We set up and run lotteries to raise funds for a fairer, greener, healthier world. Our players win prizes together with their neighbors and raise money for charity together – it’s a win-win! Postcode Lottery players have now raised over €12 billion for hundreds of charities since 1989. We’re the 3rd largest private charity donor in the world. Every day, more than 1,500 team members in the Netherlands, Sweden, Great Britain, Germany and Norway are helping to raise 2.3 million for charity partners. People are at the heart of what we do. Whether it’s our team, our players or the thousands of good causes supported, our aim is to play our part in creating a fairer, more equal world. We are open to ideas and are committed to creating a culture that is inclusive, representative and celebrates diversity in everyone. But we are not perfect. We will always strive to do better – that’s just who we are. Join us! If you’re interested, you can apply now. Simply send your CV and a letter of motivation. If you’d like more information, we would be happy to help you. Just write us a mail to