Cloud Security Engineer (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure - OCI)

At Workstreet, we’re on an exciting journey to help businesses scale securely by designing and implementing cutting-edge security and compliance programs. As a fast-growing startup, we specialize in a wide range of GRC (governance, risk, and compliance) services that support frameworks across SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, CMMC, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, and FedRAMP.  We empower companies to meet regulatory requirements and enhance their cybersecurity posture from day one.

• →Own the Client Experience: Act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of cloud security clients, building strong, trust-based relationships and ensuring consistent, high-quality engagement throughout all phases of service delivery.
• →Guide Clients Through Cloud Security Initiatives: Lead clients through security improvement efforts — from initial assessments to implementation and ongoing optimization — with clear communication, defined milestones, and proactive support.
• →Collaborate Closely with Client Teams: Partner with engineering, DevOps, and IT stakeholders to understand their cloud environments, address security gaps, and implement scalable, compliant solutions tailored to their infrastructure.
• →Translate Security into Business Value: Communicate technical findings, risks, and recommendations in a clear, actionable manner that aligns with client priorities, compliance requirements, and operational goals.
• →Manage Client Communications Proactively: Provide regular updates on project status, risks, and remediation progress, ensuring transparency and alignment across all stakeholders.
• →Handle Escalations with Confidence: Address client concerns, incidents, and complex challenges with urgency and professionalism, delivering thoughtful, solution-oriented outcomes that maintain trust.
• →Serve as a Trusted Cloud Security Advisor: Offer ongoing guidance on cloud security best practices, emerging threats, and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA), helping clients strengthen their long-term security posture.
• →Drive Long-Term Client Success: Identify opportunities to enhance client environments through improved security architecture, automation, and process maturity, contributing to sustained value and partnership growth.

• →Own the Client Experience: Act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of cloud security clients, building strong, trust-based relationships and ensuring consistent, high-quality engagement throughout all phases of service delivery.
• →Guide Clients Through Cloud Security Initiatives: Lead clients through security improvement efforts — from initial assessments to implementation and ongoing optimization — with clear communication, defined milestones, and proactive support.
• →Collaborate Closely with Client Teams: Partner with engineering, DevOps, and IT stakeholders to understand their cloud environments, address security gaps, and implement scalable, compliant solutions tailored to their infrastructure.
• →Translate Security into Business Value: Communicate technical findings, risks, and recommendations in a clear, actionable manner that aligns with client priorities, compliance requirements, and operational goals.
• →Manage Client Communications Proactively: Provide regular updates on project status, risks, and remediation progress, ensuring transparency and alignment across all stakeholders.
• →Handle Escalations with Confidence: Address client concerns, incidents, and complex challenges with urgency and professionalism, delivering thoughtful, solution-oriented outcomes that maintain trust.
• →Serve as a Trusted Cloud Security Advisor: Offer ongoing guidance on cloud security best practices, emerging threats, and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA), helping clients strengthen their long-term security posture.
• →Drive Long-Term Client Success: Identify opportunities to enhance client environments through improved security architecture, automation, and process maturity, contributing to sustained value and partnership growth.

• Hands-on experience securing cloud environments across Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Microsoft Azure, with strong expertise in OCI security architecture and services, including compute, networking, storage, and Identity and Access Management (IAM). Proven ability to implement and manage security controls across cloud platforms while applying industry best practices to protect workloads, infrastructure, and data.
• Demonstrated expertise in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) security services, including Compute, Networking, Storage, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Security Zones, Cloud Guard, Vault, Logging, Monitoring, and other OCI-native capabilities, with a strong understanding of cloud security principles, identity governance, network security, and compliance controls.
• Proficiency in security automation using tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, Python, or Bash.
• Working knowledge of compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, or HIPAA.
• Experience with Microsoft security and identity ecosystem, including Azure, Microsoft Entra (Azure AD), EDR, MDM, and VDI environments.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage multiple client projects and interact directly with US-based clients.

• Hands-on experience securing AWS, GCP, or Azure environments.
• Must have hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), including compute, networking, storage, and IAM
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, IAM, network security, and compliance controls.
• Proficiency in security automation using tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, Python, or Bash.
• Working knowledge of compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, or HIPAA.
• Experience with Microsoft security and identity ecosystem, including Azure, Microsoft Entra (Azure AD), EDR, MDM, and VDI environments.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage multiple client projects and interact directly with US-based clients.

• Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management, and log analysis tools.
• Relevant cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, GCP Security Engineer, CISSP, CISM, or CISA).
• Familiarity with container security (Docker, Kubernetes) and DevSecOps practices.
• Understanding of Zero Trust and identity-centric security models.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced startup or managed security environment.

• Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management, and log analysis tools.
• Relevant cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, GCP Security Engineer, CISSP, CISM, or CISA).
• Familiarity with container security (Docker, Kubernetes) and DevSecOps practices.
• Understanding of Zero Trust and identity-centric security models.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced startup or managed security environment.

• Reliable high-speed internet connection.
• Quiet, professional home office setup.
• Must be amenable to working US Eastern Time zone hours.
• Fluency in written and verbal English communication skills.

• Reliable high-speed internet connection.
• Quiet, professional home office setup.
• Must be amenable to working US Eastern Time zone hours.
• Fluency in written and verbal English communication skills.

As an equal opportunity employer, Workstreet is committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals. All applicants for positions at Workstreet will be treated without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

As an equal opportunity employer, Workstreet is committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals. All applicants for positions at Workstreet will be treated without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Employment with Workstreet is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, and other relevant information, in compliance with applicable laws.