Overview
Cloud Threat Specialist Jobs in Quincy, Massachusetts, USA at State Street Bank
Title: Cloud Threat Specialist
Company: State Street Bank
Location: Quincy, Massachusetts, USA
Type: Full Time
Category: IT/Tech, Security
Who we are looking for State Street is hiring a Cloud Threat Specialist in our Global Cybersecurity team. In this role you will counter security threats in the cloud. You will respond to cloud threats in a multi-cloud environment, acting as a cloud SME for our Cyber Defense Center. You will also improve incident response readiness by building new capabilities, maturing processes, and building cloud skills.
This role requires experience with cloud security incidents and expertise in securing cloud environments. You will have deep expertise in either AWS or Azure, and strong knowledge of cloud-native detection and response tools (e.g., Guard Duty, Sentinel, Cloud Trail). You will have a strong foundation in enterprise cybersecurity and experience with common enterprise security solutions (e.g., SIEM, EDR, CSPM).Preferred locations are Ireland (Kilkenny or Dublin) or Massachusetts (Boston, Quincy).What
You Will Be Responsible For Participate in cloud security incident response efforts, ensuring rapid response and effective resolution.
Design and implement incident response solutions for cloud platforms, enabling swift triage and remediation.
Propose tactical enhancements and collaborate with engineering teams or vendors on scalable security initiatives.
Develop and deliver
diverse
training exercises, including live fire events, security workshops and labs, to build individual and team response capabilities.
Provide strategic security guidance on key cloud projects
Coordinate global cybersecurity incident remediation efforts, fostering
collaboration
between teams and external partners.
Produce clear, actionable incident findings to inform stakeholders and support decision-making.
Stay ahead of emerging threats and technologies, bringing
innovative
ideas to strengthen the organization
Other duties, as assigned.
What We Value Significant
hands-on
security experience with AWS and / or Azure security, and ideally expertise with at least one additional cloud platform.
Solid foundation in security concepts with advanced skills in threat detection, incident response, or threat hunting.
Familiarity with security frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK and a strong understanding of current security threats and trends.
Proficiency in scripting and automation using tools like Cloud Formation, Azure Power Shell and management consoles/CLI to streamline incident response and security operations.
Experience managing technical projects, including solution design, deployment, and
continuous improvement
.
Exceptional
communication
and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly present complex concepts to
diverse
stakeholders and foster
collaboration
across teams.
A track record of thriving in distributed teams and delivering results in
dynamic
environments.
Education
&
Preferred Qualifications
Experience First:
This role is designed for seasoned security professionals with at least 5 years of relevant experience with a strong emphasis on cloud security and incident response.
Hands-On
Expertise:
Proven experience securing cloud infrastructure, particularly AWS or Azure, with additional exposure to platforms like Azure being highly desirable.
Exercises & Simulations:
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