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Location: Austin, United States of America
Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billions of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure. This is a Hybrid role in Austin, Texas.
Position Summary
Cloud Center of Excellence of Thales is currently seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to join the team in Austin, TX. This role may require onsite presence once restrictions have been lifted.
You have a deep interest in Security for the Cloud?
You like to innovate and pursue new technologies, solve problems and contribute to high profile projects?
You have good development experience?
You are familiar with automation on AWS Cloud infrastructure?
You are passionate about protecting critical infrastructure, applications, services, and data systems?
You love challenges and want to participate in building new experiences on services?
Come and join our team to collaborate with leaders, developers, and security teams to secure our Cloud infrastructure.
Participate in a culture where security tools and best practices is something everyone thinks about every day.
Build security services to reinforce Thales products all over the world.
Special Position Requirements
Duty of 1 week is required and happen one or two time per month.
Regulatory Compliance Requirements
CFIUS clearance
CJIS clearance
Must have U.S. Citizenship to obtain the post-hire Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Clearance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and must be able to obtain post-hire clearance from the Committee on Foreign Investments in the U.S. (CFIUS) and Department of Treasury.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Evaluating, designing, developing, creating proof of concept and implementing security-focused tools and services.
- Supporting the company-defined cloud strategy.
- Ensuring and advocating cloud security practices.
- Driving engineering teams across all security practices.
- Making sure about continuous Thales CDI Cloud improvements.
- Identifying, raising and mitigating security weaknesses on Thales CDI Cloud infrastructure.
- Operating security framework on Cloud environments.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field with a minimum of 5-8+ years of relevant work experience or Master’s degree in related field with 4+ years of relevant work experience
- 4+ years of experience building and architecting on Cloud-based Platforms.
- 4+ years experience working on Cloud Provider AWS.
- Experience working with Gitlab, Terraform and Kubernetes.
- Experience in programming in Python.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Information Technology or a related technical field of study.
- Have a high interest for new technology.
- Global knowledge on security.
Why Join Us?
Say HI and learn more about working at Thales click here.
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This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.
Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. Thales is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at talentacquisition@us.thalesgroup.com.
The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between Total Target Cash (TTC) 105,905.00 - 183,637.50 USD Annual. This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.
(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please raise HR request through MyThales)
Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
- Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
- Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program
Location: Austin, United States of America
Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billions of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure. This is a Hybrid role in Austin, Texas.
Position Summary
Cloud Center of Excellence of Thales is currently seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to join the team in Austin, TX. This role may require onsite presence once restrictions have been lifted.
You have a deep interest in Security for the Cloud?
You like to innovate and pursue new technologies, solve problems and contribute to high profile projects?
You have good development experience?
You are familiar with automation on AWS Cloud infrastructure?
You are passionate about protecting critical infrastructure, applications, services, and data systems?
You love challenges and want to participate in building new experiences on services?
Come and join our team to collaborate with leaders, developers, and security teams to secure our Cloud infrastructure.
Participate in a culture where security tools and best practices is something everyone thinks about every day.
Build security services to reinforce Thales products all over the world.
Special Position Requirements
Duty of 1 week is required and happen one or two time per month.
Regulatory Compliance Requirements
CFIUS clearance
CJIS clearance
Must have U.S. Citizenship to obtain the post-hire Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Clearance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and must be able to obtain post-hire clearance from the Committee on Foreign Investments in the U.S. (CFIUS) and Department of Treasury.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Evaluating, designing, developing, creating proof of concept and implementing security-focused tools and services.
- Supporting the company-defined cloud strategy.
- Ensuring and advocating cloud security practices.
- Driving engineering teams across all security practices.
- Making sure about continuous Thales CDI Cloud improvements.
- Identifying, raising and mitigating security weaknesses on Thales CDI Cloud infrastructure.
- Operating security framework on Cloud environments.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field with a minimum of 5-8+ years of relevant work experience or Master’s degree in related field with 4+ years of relevant work experience
- 4+ years of experience building and architecting on Cloud-based Platforms.
- 4+ years experience working on Cloud Provider AWS.
- Experience working with Gitlab, Terraform and Kubernetes.
- Experience in programming in Python.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Information Technology or a related technical field of study.
- Have a high interest for new technology.
- Global knowledge on security.
Why Join Us?
Say HI and learn more about working at Thales click here.
LI-Hybrid
LI-WM1
This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.
Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. Thales is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at talentacquisition@us.thalesgroup.com.
The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between Total Target Cash (TTC) 105,905.00 - 183,637.50 USD Annual. This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.
(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please raise HR request through MyThales)
Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
- Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
- Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Apple16
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)13
- Capgemini11
- Affirm10
- Snowflake9
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software345
- Banking & Financial Services70
- Consulting & Professional Services54
- Investment & Asset Management48
- Electronics & Hardware39
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cloud security engineer jobs.
- Hands-on experience securing AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform environments
- Proficiency with cloud-native security tools such as CSPM, SIEM, and IAM platforms
- Relevant certification such as CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, or CISSP
- Experience implementing or auditing compliance frameworks including SOC 2, FedRAMP, or HIPAA
- Ability to write infrastructure-as-code and automate security controls using scripting languages
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related technical discipline
Tips for Your Cloud Security Engineer Job Search
Align your resume to cloud platforms
Hiring managers distinguish between candidates who list cloud experience generically and those who name specific platforms, AWS, Azure, or GCP, alongside the security services they've used, such as Security Hub, Defender for Cloud, or Security Command Center.
Lead with certifications above your summary
Cloud security engineer postings routinely filter on CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, or CISSP before reading experience. Place active certifications in a dedicated line near the top so a recruiter's first scan confirms you meet the floor requirement.
Target openings by compliance framework
Many postings are written around a specific framework, FedRAMP, SOC 2, HIPAA, or PCI DSS. Filtering by those terms in your search surfaces roles where your compliance experience is a direct match rather than a bonus.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cloud security engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a technical cloud security interview
Expect questions on threat modeling in cloud environments, IAM policy misconfigurations, and secure architecture design. Practice walking through a real incident or architecture decision you made, because interviewers want to hear your reasoning, not a definition.
Negotiate with cloud-specific scope in mind
When you receive an offer, ask about the cloud footprint, number of accounts, multi-cloud vs. single provider, and team structure. That context signals your seriousness and gives you leverage to negotiate scope, title, or level more precisely.
Cloud Security Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cloud security engineers?
The companies hiring the most cloud security engineers right now include Apple, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and Capgemini, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is concentrated in financial services, federal contracting, and large technology firms with multi-cloud environments.
How many cloud security engineer jobs are remote?
About 39% of cloud security engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, making it one of the more flexible roles in the security field. Identity and access management, cloud security architecture, and compliance engineering roles tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions tied to FedRAMP or government clearance work are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a cloud security engineer?
Start by building foundational cloud skills on one major platform, then layer in security-specific training focused on IAM, network security, and threat detection within that environment. Earn a recognized certification such as AWS Security Specialty or CCSP to validate your knowledge. Practical experience through labs, personal cloud projects, or a role in cloud operations or general IT security creates the bridge most employers expect before hiring at the engineer level.
Can you get hired as a cloud security engineer with little experience?
Yes, entry-level cloud security engineer roles exist, but they typically require demonstrated hands-on cloud exposure even without years of job history. Passing a cloud security certification, completing a structured cloud security lab curriculum, and contributing to an open-source cloud security project gives hiring managers concrete evidence of your skills. Targeting smaller companies or managed security service providers can also be more accessible for candidates still building their first years of experience.
What does the cloud security engineer interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a technical phone interview covering cloud fundamentals and security concepts. A practical round often asks you to review an architecture diagram, identify misconfigurations, or walk through how you'd secure a specific cloud deployment. A final round with a hiring manager or team typically focuses on past projects, incident experience, and how you work across engineering and compliance teams.
Where can I find and apply to cloud security engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to cloud security engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and cloud platform focus, then apply directly to each listing. No intermediary step is required between finding a role and submitting your application.
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