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Cloud Security Analyst

Orca Security · Austin, TX

Compensation

$85k–$110kper year
$85k$110k
Entry Level
HybridFull-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.

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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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