DevOps Engineer

DevOps & Cloud Security Engineer (9-Month Contract - Remote, EST Hours) Location: Remote (Eastern Time Zone preferred) Duration: 9-Month Contract (Potential Extension), 1099 or W2, NO C2C Client Industry: Insurance (SME) Schedule: Full-Time, EST Business Hours Reports To: Director of Cloud Security Overview: Our client, a mid-sized insurance company undergoing a major digital transformation, is seeking a DevOps & Cloud Security Engineer for a 9-month remote contract. This consultant will play a key role in a Cloud Security Modernization & Automation Program, helping the organization strengthen its cloud infrastructure, automate security controls, and ensure compliance with industry standards like NIST, SOC 2, and NAIC. This is a hands-on, project-focused role for an engineer experienced in both DevOps automation and cloud security design - ideal for someone who enjoys bridging development, operations, and compliance in regulated environments. Key Responsibilities: • Build and maintain secure, automated, and scalable cloud infrastructure. • Integrate DevSecOps practices into all stages of the CI/CD process. • Develop infrastructure-as-code modules to enforce compliance baselines (CIS, NIST, ISO 27001). • Automate security controls and reporting for regulatory readiness (SOC 2, NAIC). • Conduct vulnerability assessments and assist with remediation planning. • Develop documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational playbooks. • Recommend new tools or processes to strengthen cloud and DevOps security. Required Skills & Experience: • 5+ years of experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Cloud Security. • Proven hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure services and IAM. • Strong proficiency in Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation. • Scripting experience in Python, Bash, or PowerShell. • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps). • Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). • Knowledge of security frameworks: NIST, CIS Benchmarks, ISO 27001, SOC 2. • Strong understanding of identity, access management, and network security principles. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in insurance, financial services, or other regulated industries. • Familiarity with SAML, OAuth2, and OpenID Connect. • Certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, CISSP, CISM, or Terraform Associate. • Experience with SIEM or CSPM tools (Splunk, Prisma Cloud, Tenable, etc.)