Full-Time Google Cloud Lead Principal Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Google Cloud Security Lead Engineer/Architect to design, implement, and manage secure solutions on Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform). The ideal candidate will have more than 12 years of experience in IT security, with a minimum of 6 years specifically focusing on Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) security. You will be responsible for leading cloud security initiatives, implementing zero trust architectures, and enforcing secure access management practices.

This role involves close collaboration with multiple teams including Cloud Operations, DevOps, and IT Security to ensure that Google Cloud environments are secure, compliant, and aligned with industry best practices.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design and Architecture:
  • Architect and implement security frameworks and policies on Google Cloud Platform in alignment with company and industry standards
  • Develop and manage Google Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies to ensure least-privileged access principles
  • Create, implement, and maintain organization policies to ensure compliance and security across the Google Cloud Platform environment
  • Lead the implementation of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) to secure data, applications, and network infrastructure
  • Develop security roadmaps and architectural blueprints for secure Google Cloud Platform deployment
• Identity and Access Management (IAM):
  • Develop, implement, and maintain IAM policies and role-based access controls (RBAC) within the Google Cloud Platform environment
  • Ensure the secure management of user identities, service accounts, and access control mechanisms
  • Monitor and audit access to resources, and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory policies
• Security Compliance:
  • • Ensure Google Cloud Platform environment complies with security standards such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, and HIPAA
    • Implement and maintain security governance practices, auditing, and logging of Google Cloud Platform environments
    • Perform regular security assessments and audits to ensure the protection of Google Cloud Platform resources and workloads
• Zero Trust Architecture Implementation:
  • Lead the implementation and operationalization of Zero Trust Architecture in Google Cloud Platform
  • Implement security solutions such as BeyondCorp, VPC Service Controls, Cloud Armor, and Identity-Aware Proxy
  • Drive network segmentation, secure access policies, and continuous authentication across cloud resources
• Cloud Security Best Practices:
  • Establish and enforce security best practices for cloud services, containers, and serverless functions
  • Monitor, detect, and respond to security threats and incidents across Google Cloud Platform environments
  • Implement data encryption, DLP, and other mechanisms to protect sensitive data at rest and in transit
• Collaboration & Leadership:
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to cloud security engineers
  • Work closely with DevOps, IT, and software development teams to integrate security practices into CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure
  • Collaborate with third-party vendors, consultants, and security experts for audits and risk assessments

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 12+ years of experience in Cloud Security, with focus on Google Cloud Platform IAM
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) security & Identity tools
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience designing and implementing Google Cloud Platform Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies
• 5+ years of Experience working with Google Cloud Platform Organization Policies and ensuring compliance across large-scale deployments
• 5+ years of Hands-on experience with Terraform, Kubernetes, GKE, and serverless security
• 5+ years of knowledge of secure networking practices including VPC design, firewall rules, and DNS management
• 5+ years of Experience with automation frameworks for security (Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, etc.)
• 3+ years of strong experience of Google Cloud Platform security best practices, tools, and services (Cloud Armor, VPC Service Controls, Identity-Aware Proxy, etc.)
• 3+ years of Working Experience & Proficiency in cloud-native security tools such as Google Cloud Security Command Center (SCC), Chronicle, and Cloud Audit Logs
• 2+ years of AuthN & AuthZ pattern development in Google Cloud Platform Cloud

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy