**Backend Software / Cloud Security Engineer (IaaC / Java / Cybersecurity) - DALLAS TEXAS AREA** **Westlake, TX** **Type:** Contract **Category:** Development **Industry:** Financial Services **Reference ID:** JN -012025-92284 **Date Posted:** 01/12/2025 **Shortcut:** http://careers.eliassen.com/ssrGq0 + Description + Recommended Jobs **Description:** Ready to build out a first-class product and build cutting-edge security capabilities, tools, and platforms? You should apply with us! If you want to be considered "Fullstack" but really hone in and focus within AWS, infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform and CloudFormation) - THIS IS YOUR CHANCE! This team is looking for someone who can hit the ground running with passion for cyber security, DevSecOps, and securing cloud technologies through performant Java code. We want someone to work on impactful projects to support a large international team, only join us if you want to join a team where you are innovating and also want a supportive team who also align their passions for cyber security, cloud security, and digital journeys. Role will be hybrid, all candidates MUST be either local to TX, or be ready to relocate ASAP and work on site / start with a 2 weeks notice and be committed to relocating to work on site in TX _Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance._ _Rate: $55 - $68 / hr. w2_ **Responsibilities:** **Key Responsibilities:** + Trailblaze, develop, and implement security applications and platforms securely at scale and set new security standards as we dawn a new digital age + Collaborate with teams to integrate security into everyday operations and help transition to an "Automation first" approach to ensure robust security across cloud native architectures + Contribute to the development of modern APIs and microservices. + Mentor and grow with a team of passionate security engineers. **Experience Requirements:** 5-10 years of progressive experience within AWS/Java/Security, details below: MUST HAVE: 1) AWS: SQS, Lambda, DynamoDB 2) AWS Cloud Security: AWS IAM, KMS, and Secrets Manager 3) Policy Control framework experience (I.E. OPA, XACML) 4) Ability to code "Fullstack" - we don't care about the front end language but you'll need strong OOP and IaaC (preference for a mix of either Java with either Python/GoLang/Terraform/Cloudformation 5) Must have strong understanding of CICID, including proven experiences developing pipelines / automation via Jenkins / Dropwizard / Jetty as it pertains to REST API development/deployment **Required Skills and Experience:** + 5-10 years of programming experience in Java, Python, or Go and experience tackling complex challenges / building innovative solutions. + Strong expertise in cloud platforms, particularly AWS, must be able to help streamline development / deployment pipelines + Proficient in infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform and CloudFormation is a must, we want not just an OOP engineer but a cloud powerhouse + Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins are strongly desired (or equivalent tooling stack related to security / java / et cetera) + Familiarity with frameworks like Dropwizard and Jetty for building APIs. + Understanding of cloud security tools and services (e.g., AWS IAM, KMS) and an ability to master new technologies, and share expertise to help mentor others while constantly challenging yourself to grow / shape the next generation of digital capabilities, digital "nomads" and other engineers / professionals + Experience with policy control frameworks like OPA or XACML, we would like to hire someone who can develop tools / platforms to a high standard, what you're building will be used across multiple applications and by multiple developers + Strong communication skills and experience in Agile environments - come ready to leave a legacy, use tools like JIRA, and ensure others you're ready to adapt and ready to thrive whether the day is fast paced... or if it's another sprint planning session / code freeze until the following day or week, be mindful of the red tape but come ready with solutions when you can **Education Requirements:** Bachelors Degree required _Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range._ _W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality._ _Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact InfoSec@eliassen.com._ _About Eliassen Group:_ _Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate._ _Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status._ _Don’t miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!_