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Cloud Security Analyst

Bridgecrew · San Francisco, CA

Compensation

$85k–$110kper year
$85k$110k
Entry Level
RemoteFull-timeCloud Security
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What is Cloud Security?

You make sure cloud environments are locked down. Highest-paying entry path.

This role is for you if you're curious about how the internet works and want the highest salary.

📋About the Role

Monitor cloud infrastructure for misconfigurations, security events, and compliance violations. Review IAM policies, analyze CloudTrail logs, and support incident response in cloud environments.

AWSAzureCloudTrailIAM Policies

Your roadmap to get this job

Most people finish in 10–18 weeks from zero.

1
Foundation
4–6 wks
▸AWS Cloud Practitioner cert
▸Cloud basics
▸Shared responsibility
2
Build Skills
6–8 wks
▸AWS Free Tier practice
▸Cloud security practices
▸Learn Terraform
3
Get Hired
2–4 wks
▸Build cloud portfolio
▸Apply to roles
▸Highlight certs

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