Staff Cloud Security Engineer

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Staff Cloud Security Engineer based in the United States.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Staff Cloud Security Engineer to establish and lead the security strategy for a growing digital health technology organization. In this high-impact, hands-on role, you will take ownership of security across cloud infrastructure, applications, corporate systems, and AI-powered capabilities. You will work directly with the CTO and engineering teams to design secure, scalable systems while protecting sensitive patient information and ensuring regulatory compliance. As the organization's first dedicated security hire, you will build security processes from the ground up, drive SOC 2 and HIPAA readiness, and strengthen incident response and risk management practices. You will also help shape responsible AI adoption by implementing safeguards for machine learning applications and sensitive data. This remote opportunity is ideal for a technically strong security leader who enjoys operating autonomously, balancing business needs with security priorities, and building a sustainable security program in a fast-moving healthcare environment.