What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Cloud Engineer II position at Everest Global Services, Inc.?
Title: Senior Cloud Engineer II Company: Everest Global Services, Inc. Job Category: Technology Job Description: About Everest: Everest Group, Ltd. (‘Everest’ or ‘the Group’) is a leading global reinsurance and insurance provider, operating for nearly 50 years through subsidiaries in the Europe, Bermuda, Canada, Singapore, US, and other territories. Our strengths include extensive product and distribution capabilities, a strong balance sheet, and an innovative culture. Throughout our history, Everest has maintained its discipline and focuses on creating long-term value through underwriting excellence and strong risk and capital management. But the most critical asset in this organization is our people. At Everest, we are committed to the development of our people. We offer dynamic training & professional development to our employees. You will benefit from career development and learning opportunities that will let you set career goals and fulfill them, including: • Generous tuition/continuing education reimbursement • Mentoring opportunities • Flexible work arrangements • Talent development initiatives • Networking groups About the Role We are seeking a Cloud Infrastructure & Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage a secure, scalable, and high-performance cloud-based infrastructure. The ideal candidate will work closely with development teams, security engineers, and infrastructure specialists to ensure robust networking, security, automation, and operational excellence across multi-cloud environments (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud). This role requires deep expertise in cloud networking, security controls, zero-trust architecture, containerization, Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC). The candidate should be well-versed in network segmentation, firewalls, identity and access management (IAM), and Cloud Native Security. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and manage secure and scalable multi-cloud environments with a strong focus on cloud networking and security best practices. Develop and enforce cloud security policies, ensuring compliance with frameworks such as NIST, CIS Benchmarks, and Zero Trust Architecture. Architect and optimize cloud networking solutions, including VPC peering, hybrid connectivity, private endpoints, and firewalls. Lead container security efforts, integrating Kubernetes security policies, pod security standards, service mesh, and runtime protection tools. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management using Terraform. Implement continuous security monitoring and vulnerability management. Collaborate with development teams to design secure microservices architectures, API security mechanisms, and service-to-service encryption strategies. Conduct network forensics, traffic analysis, and incident response for cloud security events. Define and maintain cloud governance, identity & access controls (Azure AD, AWS IAM, Google IAM), and privileged access management (PAM). Drive cost optimization and resource management by analyzing network traffic, reducing egress costs, and implementing serverless where applicable. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a security-first mindset across cloud engineering teams. Work Experience and Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field. 5 years of experience in cloud infrastructure, networking, and security engineering. Expertise in multi-cloud environments (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud) with a strong focus on cloud networking, IAM, and security best practices. Deep knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, BGP, VPN, TLS), firewalling, and cloud-native security tools (Azure Firewall, AWS WAF, Google Cloud Armor). Experience in container security for Kubernetes (AKS, EKS, GKE), Istio/Service Mesh, and supply chain security (Sigstore, SLSA). Strong hands-on skills with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform). Proficiency in scripting/automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell, Go) for cloud security and operational tasks. Familiarity with DevSecOps principles, embedding security into CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, Jenkins. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex cloud security and networking issues. Relevant cloud and security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer, CISSP, CCSP, CKA/CKS) are a plus. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, security-driven, and cloud-native environment, leading innovative solutions for cloud security, networking, and automation. Our Culture At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture. Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together. All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve. #LI-Hybrid #LI-AS1 Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Primary Location: Warren, NJ Additional Locations: Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at everestbenefits@everestglobal.com. Everest U.S. Privacy Notice | Everest (everestglobal.com) Beware of recruitment fraud Please be cautious of phishing scams involving fake Everest job postings and individuals posting as Everest representatives making phony job offers. Always verify the identity of the recruiting professionals you work with. What you should know: At Everest, your privacy, security, and safety are of utmost importance to us. Everest will never ask for payment or any financial information as part of the hiring process. All job-related written communications from our internal recruitment team will come from official email addresses that end in our company domain. EVEREST is a leading international reinsurance and insurance group with an extensive distribution network that spans five continents. With roots dating back to 1973, Everest has developed a global footprint and deep client relationships that are largely unmatched by its peers. The Company’s principal business strategies seek to leverage its strengths to optimize returns over the underwriting cycle, thereby creating value for its shareholders and business partners.
