Cloud Security Expert
Meet Our Recruiter
Josh Mooney
About the Role
Cloud Security Expert
Location: Frankfurt
A role that inspires you
Join a forward-looking organisation as Cloud Security Expert within the Second Line of Defence. In this independent oversight function, you will assess, challenge, and strengthen cloud security frameworks, ensuring that cloud environments are resilient, compliant, and aligned with enterprise-wide risk governance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
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Act as a Second Line of Defence function providing independent oversight of cloud security risks.
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Define and maintain cloud security policies, standards, and control frameworks.
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Conduct independent risk assessments of cloud architectures, configurations, and deployments (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP).
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Review and challenge First Line cloud implementations and security controls.
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Assess risks related to identity and access management, data protection, encryption, and network security in cloud environments.
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Ensure alignment with regulatory and cybersecurity requirements.
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Establish monitoring, reporting, and escalation mechanisms for cloud-related risks.
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Support incident oversight and review root-cause analyses from a governance perspective.
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Provide expert guidance and training on secure cloud adoption practices.
Your Profile:
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Degree in computer science, cyber security, or a related technical discipline.
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Several years of experience in cloud security, cyber risk, or security governance.
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Strong knowledge of major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud security principles.
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Experience with security frameworks and control standards (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST, CIS).
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Familiarity with regulatory requirements in regulated environments is advantageous.
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Analytical mindset with the ability to independently assess and challenge technical implementations.
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Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Fluent English skills; German is an advantage.
What’s on Offer?
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A high-impact Second Line role with organisation-wide visibility.
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Opportunity to shape cloud security governance and risk oversight.
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Collaboration with technical and risk teams in a modern cloud-driven environment.
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Long-term development within a strategically important security function.