Cloud Security Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania
Cloud Security Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are in strong demand, concentrated in financial services, healthcare systems, defense contracting, and enterprise technology firms, with openings from entry-level analysts through senior architects and cloud security leads. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Harrisburg corridor account for the largest share of hiring, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Comcast, and UPMC have sustained cloud security teams. The most sought-after specialties in Pennsylvania listings are cloud identity and access management, DevSecOps, and compliance engineering for regulated industries. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Summary Statement:
You will be working with a team of experts to create solutions for all of Penske’s security needs.
Position is hybrid remote and will require a minimum of 2 days a week working out of the Penske offices in Reading, PA. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance to Reading, PA.
What you will be doing:
As a Penske Senior Systems Engineer – Cyber Security you will define and promote security policies, and ensure associates follow these security standards through oversight of the set-up of a user’s security access, administer network security access and monitor the associate’s use of data systems to safeguard company information. You will be involved in recommending security products and analyzing their performance within a team of experts. You will also manage the security projects and/or solution implementations to client group expectations.
Penske Responsibilities:
- Define and promote security policies, and ensure associates follow these security standards through oversight of the set-up of a user’s security access, administer network security access and monitor the associate’s use of data systems to safeguard company information.
- Provide security reviews and define security models for new systems.
- Analyze and recommend security products based on their performance
- Maintain network, server and workstation firewall protection and provide network and application scanning, security logging, and intrusion detection capabilities
- Audit access to mission critical applications and to maintain compliance documentation for SOX and PCI. Analyze and review annual SOX and other compliance reports.
- Collaborate with different teams within the IT department to discuss, analyze, or resolve usability issues, and work on projects to update or create new security infrastructures.
- Work on 1-3 large-scale and cross-functional projects concurrently, assigned from department and group senior leadership.
- Mentor Security Engineers and Administrators and Offshore Contractors.
- Responsible to analyze and review annual SOX and other compliance reports
- Analyze data to identify exceptions, last usage, and necessity of access for computer applications and systems
- Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
- Encrypt data transmissions and configure/maintain firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers
- Involved in designing and maintaining intrusion detection processes and infrastructure.
- Testing and documentation of computer security and emergency measures policies, and procedures
Penske Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required, advanced degrees or certifications preferred
- 6+ years of functional experience
- At least 6+ years of experience and advanced knowledge in the following systems/languages:
- Firewall software/hardware (e.g. Cisco ASA and Palo Alto).
- Proxy Filtering (e.g. Blue Coat Proxy).
- Centralized Log configuration and analysis(e.g. Splunk).
- IDS/IPS configuration and analysis.
- SSO Infrastructure (e.g. CA SiteMinder, LDAP and RSA IdM). Network Vulnerability Scanning (e.g. Nessus/Tenable).
- Advanced User Authentication Structures (e.g. Cisco ACS and RSA ACE servers).
- OS Hardening and Security: IBM i, Linux, Mac, Windows.
- Application vulnerability scanning.
- Networking TCP/IP and packet capture applications such as tcpdump and WireShark.
- Endpoint Protection solutions ( e.g. CrowdStrike and McAfee).
- Encryption Technology.
- SOX, PCI Requirements and Auditing.
- 1-2 years of project management (including mid-to-large scale projects, and managing multiple projects at one time)
- IT Security Certification such as the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or the CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
- Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
- Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.
EEO Statement
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Physical Requirements:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The associate must regularly lift and /or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.
- While performing the duties of this Job, the associate is regularly required to stand; walk; sit and talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions
Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.
Job Category: Information Technology
Job Function: Software Engineering
Job Family: Information Technology
Address: 100 Gundy Drive
Primary Location: US-PA-Reading
Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.
Req ID: 2613045
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cloud security engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a closely related field
- Active certification such as CCSP, CISSP, or AWS Security Specialty strongly preferred
- Hands-on experience securing cloud environments on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
- Demonstrated knowledge of security frameworks including NIST, FedRAMP, or HIPAA compliance
- Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation
- Experience with security information and event management tools and cloud-native monitoring platforms
Cloud Security Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cloud security engineer in Pennsylvania?
There is no Pennsylvania state license required to work as a cloud security engineer, so the path runs through education and vendor-neutral or vendor-specific certifications. Most Pennsylvania employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science or cybersecurity, followed by certifications like CCSP, CISSP, or the AWS Security Specialty. Candidates targeting defense and government contractors near Philadelphia or Harrisburg often pursue a federal security clearance early, which substantially expands opportunities with Pennsylvania's large defense and federal agency presence.
How much do cloud security engineers make in Pennsylvania?
Cloud security engineers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $117,770 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,840 for the lowest 10% to over $170,870 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire cloud security engineers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring cloud security engineers in Pennsylvania right now include Deloitte, Vanguard, and TalenXis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of major health systems, defense primes, and financial institutions means demand is spread across several sectors rather than dominated by a single industry.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most cloud security engineer jobs?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Malvern have the most cloud security engineer openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia drives the largest share through its density of financial services firms, large health networks, and enterprise technology companies, while Pittsburgh's growing tech sector and Carnegie Mellon University spinouts contribute a substantial pipeline, and the Harrisburg area adds openings tied to state government IT and defense contractors.
Are there remote cloud security engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 100% of cloud security engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of the work. Roles focused on cloud architecture review, policy and compliance engineering, and security monitoring tend to be the most consistently remote, while positions requiring hands-on lab work or cleared facility access are more likely to require an on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a cloud security engineer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from a related IT or security operations role rather than applying directly to cloud security engineer titles. Pennsylvania employers like UPMC, Comcast, and large defense contractors regularly hire from IT helpdesk, systems administrator, and SOC analyst backgrounds for associate cloud security or junior DevSecOps roles. Earning the AWS Cloud Practitioner or CompTIA Security+ certification before applying signals readiness, and pursuing a federal security clearance early broadens access to Pennsylvania's defense and government contracting pipeline significantly.
Where can I find and apply to cloud security engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to cloud security engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and remote positions tied to the state. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly.
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