Cloud Security Engineer, Specialist - Vanguard Are you passionate about building secure, scalable cloud services? Join our dynamic team as a Senior Cloud Security Engineer and help shape the future of cybersecurity in a fast‑paced, global environment. This role is offered on a 12‑month contractor basis. Key Responsibilities

Design and enhance modern cloud‑based cybersecurity services Implement secure authentication mechanisms (e.g., MFA, Passkeys) Integrate with identity providers such as Auth0, Transmit Security, and Ping Identity Develop solutions to detect and prevent account takeover attempts Optimise the efficiency and resilience of cloud services Drive continuous improvement in technical standards, tools, and processes Translate business needs into technical requirements in collaboration with the Product Owner Oversee deployment and operations across development, testing, and production environments Collaborate with global teams in Australia and the U.S. to share insights and best practices

Required Qualifications

Strong expertise in cloud computing and services (AWS experience preferred) Proficiency in TypeScript and REST API development (NestJS experience preferred) Deep understanding of cloud security principles, including IAM, networking, and encryption Experience with web services and microservices‑based architectures Excellent communication skills, capable of bridging technical and non‑technical stakeholders Familiarity with agile development methodologies; experience with Scrum is a plus Passion for continuous learning and professional development

Why Join Us?

Work on cutting‑edge cloud security solutions Collaborate with a diverse, global team Enjoy flexible working arrangements Be part of a culture that values innovation, growth, and impact

Special Factors

Vanguard is not offering sponsorship for this position This is a hybrid position and would require you to work in the London office Tuesday‑Thursday

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Information Technology Inclusion Statement Vanguard's continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: Do the right thing. We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity Vanguard is an equal opportunity employer. Vanguard is committed to providing all crew members a working environment that is free from discrimination, prejudice and bias. Through this Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy, Vanguard reaffirms its commitment to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and crew members without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status. In addition, Vanguard prohibits discrimination based on genetic information, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Vanguard. Please inform careers@vanguard.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr