Luminator Technology Group is seeking a full-time Cyber Engineer (Cloud Security) to enhance our cloud security team in Plano, Texas. This role is crucial for maintaining the security of our cloud-based platforms and infrastructure.
Luminator Technology Group is a global leader in technology solutions that increase intelligence, safety, and efficiency for public transit operations. Delivering a universal portfolio of hardware and software solutions through well-known and well-established regional organizations, Luminator is a global company with a small-enterprise approach and commitment to customer success, serving customers in more than 85 countries, and employing nearly 1,000 people worldwide.The Cloud Security Cyber Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing security measures in cloud environments. This includes managing access controls, data encryption, and conducting comprehensive security assessments to ensure the cloud infrastructure is secure and compliant with industry standards.
Why Work at Luminator?
Luminator possess great company culture! We offer a competitive total compensation package, including annual incentives. We offer a generous time off plan, plus 8 paid company holidays, and 2 floating holidays. Luminator offers a wide range of benefits, including healthcare, dental, vision, and 401k options as well as granting all time off on your first day! In this role, you'll be part of a team that is building an inclusive and diverse culture of excellence! This role will be integral in setting the tone and culture at Luminator.

Essential Functions:

• Cloud Service Models: Understanding of different cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and deployment models (public, private, hybrid) to assess security implications and apply appropriate security controls.
• Cloud Provider Knowledge: Familiarity with major cloud service providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their respective security features, tools, and best practices for securing cloud environments.
• Identity and Access Management (IAM): Proficiency in implementing and managing IAM solutions for controlling access to cloud resources, enforcing least privilege principles, and ensuring strong authentication and authorization mechanisms.
• Cloud Security Architecture: Knowledge of cloud security architecture principles, including network segmentation, secure connectivity options (e.g., VPN, Direct Connect), and isolation techniques (e.g., VPC, VNet) to design resilient and secure cloud infrastructures.
• Data Encryption and Privacy: Understanding of encryption technologies, key management practices, and data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) for encrypting data at rest and in transit within cloud environments and ensuring compliance with privacy requirements.
• Cloud Security Controls: Experience in implementing and configuring native security controls provided by cloud service providers, such as security groups, network ACLs, encryption services, and logging/auditing features, to protect cloud assets and monitor security events.
• Security Monitoring and Incident Response: Proficiency in deploying and configuring cloud-native monitoring and logging solutions (e.g., CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Stackdriver) to detect security incidents, respond to threats, and conduct forensic investigations in cloud environments.
• Compliance and Governance: Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2) and industry standards for cloud security, as well as experience in implementing security controls and governance processes to achieve and maintain compliance requirements.
• Cloud Configuration Management: Ability to assess and manage cloud configurations to ensure adherence to security best practices, identify misconfigurations or vulnerabilities, and remediate security issues promptly to reduce the attack surface.
• Cloud Security Assessment and Testing: Experience in conducting security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests of cloud infrastructures and applications to identify security weaknesses, assess risk exposure, and prioritize remediation efforts.
• Container Security: Understanding of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and best practices for securing containerized workloads in cloud environments, including image scanning, runtime protection, and secure orchestration.
• Serverless Security: Familiarity with serverless computing concepts and security considerations, including secure deployment practices, function isolation, and monitoring of serverless architectures for detecting and responding to security threats.
• Communication and Collaboration: Strong communication skills are essential for effectively communicating cloud security risks, requirements, and recommendations to stakeholders, as well as collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement security measures and respond to incidents promptly in cloud environments.

Position Qualifications: This professional will possess:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Work Experience: Solid experience in cloud security management.
• Technology Experience: Knowledge of cloud service models and major cloud providers.
• Skills and Abilities: Strong analytical skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Location: Hybrid 

Luminator's headquarters is based in Plano, Texas, located just north of downtown Dallas, and is a dynamic hub for corporate activity and was named the safest city by Forbes in 2011. Hosting headquarters for numerous Fortune 1000 companies along Preston Road, Plano is a vibrant center of business, drawing primarily business travelers who account for 80% of its visitors.

The city is enriched with extensive green spaces, including the 200-acre Arbor Hills Nature Preserve and the 800-acre Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve. Connected by scenic biking trails, these parks offer a range of outdoor activities, from zip lining to Tarzan swings, and are complemented by five recreation centers with pools, dog parks, and amphitheaters. Plano celebrates its community spirit with an annual balloon festival every September, attracting large crowds.

Educationally, Plano is served by Collin College and campuses of Southern Methodist University and Dallas Baptist University. It boasts a high educational attainment with 93% graduation rates in public schools, significantly outperforming nearby areas. Many graduates earn National Merit Scholar recognition.

Plano’s transport needs are met by the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), providing efficient bus and light rail services. Culturally, the city thrives with over 700 restaurants, a lively downtown rated among the nation's best, and a robust retail scene, making it one of the most desirable places to live in the United States.

Luminator Technology Group is committed to provide a safe and drug-free work environment for our customers and our employees, as a condition of employment Luminator Technology Group will require a negative drug screen as a pre-employment process due to working on or with federal contracts.It is the policy of Luminator to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Luminator prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.The above described responsibilities and requirements are a general guide for the role you are applying for and are not all inclusive of the job requirements.Luminator Technology Group does not accept staffing agency candidates for our postings.

It is the policy of Luminator to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Luminator prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

The above described responsibilities and requirements are a general guide for the role you are applying for and are not all inclusive of the job requirements.

Luminator Technology Group does not accept staffing agency candidates for our postings.

All positions posted are required to be in office unless otherwise posted.