Cloud Security Analyst

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Vaco by Highspring, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! **Cloud Security Analyst Contract-to-hire** $50-52/hour 100% Remote Seeking a security professional to support cloud security operations, monitoring, and compliance across enterprise infrastructure environments. This role will focus on identifying risks, improving cloud security posture, and supporting security initiatives across modern cloud platforms. Responsibilities Monitor and support cloud security operations and access controls Identify vulnerabilities, security risks, and misconfigurations across cloud environments Assist with incident response, threat monitoring, and remediation efforts Support security policies, compliance initiatives, and governance standards Partner with infrastructure and engineering teams to improve cloud security practices Maintain documentation, reporting, and security audit support Qualifications 3+ years of experience in cloud security, cybersecurity, or infrastructure security Experience with cloud platforms, identity management, and security monitoring tools Understanding of security frameworks, compliance standards, and risk management Knowledge of networking, access controls, and cloud security best practices Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills Additional Information Hybrid work environment Opportunity to support enterprise cloud modernization and security initiatives Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.