Cloud Security Specialist — Agile Software Development Tools

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

GitKraken is a fast-growing software company based in the United Kingdom, founded in 2012 with a mission to revolutionize the way software development teams work. Our team of dedicated professionals has grown to over 200 employees, and we're proud of our achievements in creating innovative tools for agile software development. We value collaboration, empathy, and a passion for learning, and we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We've received numerous awards and recognition for our company culture and have been named one of the top places to work in the UK.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

In this role, you will be part of our Cloud Security team, working closely with our engineers and product managers to identify and mitigate security risks in our software development tools. As a Cloud Security Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of our cloud infrastructure and applications. You will work closely with our engineering team to implement secure coding practices, conduct security audits, and develop incident response plans. You will report to our Cloud Security Manager and will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our company's security posture.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Design and implement secure cloud infrastructure architecture for our software development tools

Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses

Develop and maintain incident response plans for security incidents

Collaborate with our engineering team to implement secure coding practices and coding standards

Work closely with our product managers to identify and prioritize security features and functionality

Develop and maintain relationships with cloud service providers and other vendors to ensure compliance with their security standards

Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud security trends, technologies, and best practices.

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of experience in cloud security, with a focus on cloud infrastructure and applications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, or a related field

CISSP or CISM certification, with a focus on cloud security

Experience with cloud security frameworks, such as AWS Well-Architected Framework or Azure Security Framework

Experience with cloud security tools, such as Cloud Security Gateways or Cloud Access Security Brokers

Experience with agile software development methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

CISSP-ISSAP or CISM-CCISO certification

Experience with cloud security orchestration platforms, such as Cloud Security Orchestration and Compliance Suites (CSOCS)

Experience with DevSecOps practices, such as security testing and vulnerability management

Experience with cloud security consulting and advisory services

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a competitive salary range of £55,000 - £75,000 per annum, depending on experience

We offer a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage

We offer a generous retirement plan, including a company match

We offer 25 days of annual leave, plus 8 public holidays

We offer a £1,000 annual learning and development budget

We offer a flexible remote work policy, with the option to work from home or in our office

We offer a collaborative and inclusive team culture, with regular social events and team-building activities

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our Cloud Security team is a small but mighty team of 5 professionals, with a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences. We work closely together to identify and mitigate security risks in our software development tools, and we're passionate about staying up-to-date with the latest cloud security trends and technologies. We're a collaborative and inclusive team, with a focus on continuous learning and improvement.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this role, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications. We welcome applications from candidates who are passionate about cloud security and software development. We expect to be in contact with candidates within 2 weeks of submission.

📋 Job Details

Job Type	🌐 Remote
Location	London, GB
Address	123 Main Street, SW1 8QX
Salary	GBP 55,000 – 75,000 / year
Industry	General
Company	GitKraken
Valid Until	2026-10-13

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to GitKraken. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.