About Persistent
We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.
Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.
About The Position
We are looking for an experienced AWS Cloud Security Engineer to strengthen the security posture of our cloud environments through continuous assessment, remediation, and governance. In this role, you will work closely with security architects, platform teams, and application teams to identify security risks, implement cloud security guardrails, remediate vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance across AWS environments. You will leverage CSPM tools, automation, and Infrastructure as Code practices to drive proactive cloud security and operational excellence.
- Role: AWS Cloud Engineer
- Location: Pune
- Experience: 8 to 12 years
- Job Type: Full-Time Employment
What You Will Do
- Execute cloud security assessments and analyze findings from CSPM tools such as Wiz.
- Identify, investigate, and remediate security vulnerabilities and cloud misconfigurations across AWS environments.
- Implement and maintain cloud security guardrails using Service Control Policies (SCPs), IAM controls, and Infrastructure as Code.
- Integrate security controls, compliance checks, and vulnerability validations into CI/CD pipelines.
- Perform remediation activities across AWS services including IAM, EC2, S3, Lambda, EKS, networking, and data services.
- Conduct validation testing to ensure security fixes have been implemented effectively.
- Verify remediation closure through CSPM tools, security reports, and evidence-based validation.
- Automate security operations and remediation workflows using Python and Bash scripting.
- Collaborate with cloud architects, platform engineers, and application teams to improve cloud security posture.
- Support cloud governance initiatives and ensure adherence to security best practices and organizational standards.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of cloud security monitoring, compliance, and risk management processes.
Expertise You Will Bring
- 5–10 years of experience in AWS Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure Security, or DevSecOps.
- Strong hands-on expertise with AWS services including IAM, EC2, S3, Lambda, EKS, VPC, Security Groups, and Cloud Security controls.
- Experience working with CSPM tools such as Wiz and conducting security assessments, vulnerability analysis, and posture management.
- Strong understanding of cloud security principles, risk management, governance, and security best practices.
- Hands-on experience implementing security guardrails using AWS SCPs, IAM policies, and cloud governance controls.
- Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies.
- Strong knowledge of CI/CD security integration, DevSecOps practices, and automated security validation.
- Proficiency in Python and/or Bash scripting for security automation and operational tasks.
- Experience performing vulnerability remediation, validation testing, and compliance verification activities.
- Understanding of container and Kubernetes security, particularly within Amazon EKS environments.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work across security, platform, and application teams.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment
Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment
Let’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers
“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”
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