Our Company
We’re Hitachi Digital Services, a global digital solutions and transformation business with a bold vision of our world’s potential. We’re people-centric and here to power good. Every day, we future-proof urban spaces, conserve natural resources, protect rainforests, and save lives. This is a world where innovation, technology, and deep expertise come together to take our company and customers from what’s now to what’s next. We make it happen through the power of acceleration.
Imagine the sheer breadth of talent it takes to bring a better tomorrow closer to today. We don’t expect you to ‘fit’ every requirement – your life experience, character, perspective, and passion for achieving great things in the world are equally as important to us.
The team
As a part of Cloud & Data practice, we are looking for talented AWS DevOps Engineer to join us to contribute, practice initiatives and keep current in the latest technology developments in the Cloud and Product Engineering space.
The role
What You’ll Be Doing
Analyze the existing security posture of on-premises systems and applications.
Define and implement security guidelines for AWS resource provisioning and migration.
Configure secure AWS environments, including IAM roles, Security Groups, and VPC setups.
Implement data encryption (at rest and in transit) using AWS Key Management Service (KMS) and SSL/TLS.
Conduct security audits and penetration testing on migrated workloads.
Implement AWS security tools like Inspector, Macie, and GuardDuty to ensure continuous monitoring.
Design and implement secure CI/CD pipelines using AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, and CodeDeploy.
Integrate security tools like AWS CodeGuru, SonarQube, or Aqua Security for automated code and vulnerability scanning.
Build and manage secure infrastructure using IaC tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or CDK.
Ensure IaC templates comply with security standards and policies.
Enable continuous monitoring using AWS CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and Security Hub.
Set up alerts and automated incident responses using AWS Config and Lambda.
Implement compliance frameworks such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, or ISO 27001 using AWS Audit Manager.
Regularly review security and compliance metrics and take corrective actions.
Work closely with cloud engineers, application teams, and architects to embed security into every stage of the migration.
Actively participate in Scrum ceremonies to support team objectives and sprint planning.
Document security practices, playbooks, and incident response procedures.
Educate team members on security tools, standards, and processes to ensure a security-first mindset.
What You’ll Bring
What you bring to the team
Mandatory Skills
Minimum of 3+ year experience in a security engineering role, with experience in network security, application security, and security frameworks.
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Expertise in AWS security tools such as IAM, Security Hub, GuardDuty, KMS, and AWS WAF.
Strong understanding of VPC security, including Security Groups, NACLs, and VPN configurations.
Experience integrating security tools into CI/CD pipelines.
Familiarity with container security for Docker and Kubernetes using Amazon EKS.
Proficiency in using IaC tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or AWS CDK.
Expertise in automating configuration management using tools like Ansible or Chef.
Experience configuring AWS monitoring tools such as CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and Config Rules.
Knowledge of compliance frameworks like NIST, CIS Benchmarks, and AWS Well-Architected Framework.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Excellent computer proficiency including JIRA
Nice To Have Skills
Experience with advanced AWS services like Macie, Inspector, and AWS Detective.
Knowledge of serverless security using AWS Lambda and API Gateway.
Proficiency in securing Kubernetes workloads using Amazon EKS and tools like Aqua Security or Twistlock.
Familiarity with threat modeling frameworks and tools like OWASP ZAP or Burp Suite.
Expertise in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in cloud-based workloads.
AWS Certified Security – Specialty or AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate.
Relevant DevSecOps certifications such as Certified DevSecOps Professional.
Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers in security best practices.
Adaptability in dynamic project environments and ability to handle evolving security challenges.
Only US Citizens. No sponsorship required
As required by the equal pay and transparency acts, the expected base salary for this position is: $120k-$135k base+ bonus.
The expected pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi Digital Services bonus/variable/commission pay programs, where applicable, and are subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions.
About Us
We’re a global, team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can make a positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can bring a better tomorrow closer to today, this is the place for you.
