COMPANY OVERVIEW

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.

POSITION SUMMARY

KKR is seeking an experienced Cloud Security Engineer. This role offers exciting opportunities for growth and impact as KKR scales its business and continues to innovate.

As a Cloud Security Engineer, you will:

Design, implement, and maintain security controls across KKR’s cloud environments
Secure cloud infrastructure, platforms, and services that support internally developed and externally facing applications
Partner closely with Infrastructure, DevOps, Engineering, and business teams
Ensure cloud security controls align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements
Proactively identify emerging risks and evaluate new technologies
Contribute to shaping KKR’s long term cloud security strategy

RESPONSIBILITIES

Design and implement secure cloud architectures across public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
Develop and enforce cloud security standards, guardrails, and policies using infrastructure as code and policy as code frameworks
Monitor cloud environments for misconfigurations, vulnerabilities, and active threats
Implement and manage identity and access management controls, including least privilege access and role based access control
Partner with DevOps and Engineering teams to integrate security into CI CD pipelines and cloud native workflows
Deploy and manage cloud security tools such as CSPM, CWPP, container security platforms, and cloud workload monitoring solutions
Conduct cloud security assessments, architecture reviews, and risk evaluations
Support incident response activities related to cloud environments, including investigation and remediation
Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry frameworks
Maintain awareness of evolving cloud threats and emerging security technologies

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
Proven experience as a Cloud Security Engineer or in a similar cloud focused security role
Strong hands on experience with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
Deep understanding of cloud networking, architecture principles, and shared responsibility models
Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
Experience implementing cloud security controls including encryption, logging, monitoring, and identity management
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS benchmarks, and SOC 2
Experience with DevSecOps practices and integrating security into automated deployment pipelines
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in complex cloud environments
Comfortable working collaboratively as part of a global team
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and solve complex problems with initiative and drive
Ability to communicate effectively in both business and technical settings
Strategic thinker with an innovative mindset and strong attention to detail

#LI-ONSITE

KKR is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Cloud Security Engineer

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