About this role
Who We AreAtlan is building the missing context layer for data and AI, helping enterprises close the AI value chasm. Today, 95% of AI pilots fail because AI systems don’t understand the context behind data: what it means, how it’s governed, and how it should be used.
Atlan connects to every part of the modern data and AI stack to unify this context into a single, shared layer that both humans and AI agents can rely on.
With Atlan, teams can discover, understand, and trust their data; build and collaborate on a shared body of knowledge; and activate that context across analytics, operations, and AI workflows.Trusted by global enterprises like Mastercard, Workday, General Motors, Unilever, Ralph Lauren, FOX, Nasdaq, and Medtronic, we’re backed by world-class investors including GIC, Insight Partners, Meritech, Peak XV, and Salesforce Ventures
What will you do? 🤔
We're looking for a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to join our Security team and play a critical role in securing Atlan's cloud infrastructure. This is a high-impact position where you'll architect, implement, and operate security controls that protect our customers' most sensitive data assets across multi-cloud environments.
As part of our Security team, you'll work at the intersection of cloud infrastructure, security engineering, and DevOps: building security capabilities that scale with our rapid growth while enabling our engineering teams to move fast without compromising on security.
Lead initiatives that provide tangible improvements to our cloud security posture across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments
Design and review security architecture for cloud environments, conducting risk assessments for new initiatives and infrastructure changes
Own end-to-end vulnerability management for cloud infrastructure, including scanning, assessment, prioritization, and remediation tracking
Implement comprehensive security monitoring across cloud environments, containers, and Kubernetes with automated threat detection
Develop security automation workflows, orchestration capabilities, and self-healing infrastructure using infrastructure as code
Build and maintain a cloud security tooling stack, including CSPM, CWPP, vulnerability scanners, and custom security tools
Partner with the GRC team to technically implement and automate security controls required for SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, and GDPR. Ensuring our infrastructure remains compliant by default and provides automated evidence for audit readiness.
Participate in security incident response activities, providing technical expertise for containment, investigation, and remediation
Architect secure cloud networks (VPC, PrivateLink, Transit Gateway) and manage Edge Security controls (WAF, DDoS protection) to shield public-facing endpoints.
What makes you a great match for us? 😍
7+ years of hands-on experience in cloud security engineering. Demonstrable expertise in architecting and securing a multi-account AWS environment is required. Experience with Azure or GCP is considered a strong plus, but not mandatory.
Strong technical expertise in cloud-native security services and 3rd party cloud security tools like CNAPP, CSPM, CWPP, or CASBs
Proficiency with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, CrossPlane, Helm) and scripting languages (Python, Bash)
Experience with container security and Kubernetes security best practices
Proven track record of leading initiatives that measurably improved cloud security posture
Strong understanding of compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR) and their technical implementation
Ability to effectively communicate security risks and recommendations to both technical teams and business stakeholders
Nice to have:
Cloud security certifications (CCSP, AWS Certified Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer)
Experience with SIEM tools
Experience with GitOps tools (Argo CD, Argo Workflows) and Kubernetes multi-tenancy platforms (vCluster, Loft)
Familiarity with observability platforms (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, VictoriaMetrics)
Contributions to open-source security projects or tools
Background in security automation, SOAR platforms, or threat hunting
Why Atlan?Joining Atlan means being part of a global movement to help data teams do their life’s best work. Here’s what you can expect:
Competitive Compensation: We benchmark at the top of the market and keep compensation simple: strong base salary, performance‑based variable pay, and impact‑driven equity (for most roles), so your total rewards grow in step with the value you create over time.
AI Native Culture: Atlan is where AI-native builders come to build the systems the future of work will run on. AI isn’t an add-on, it’s woven into how we build, think, and work every day, empowering every Atlanian to move faster and create a bigger impact.
Health & Wellness: From Day‑1 health, dental, vision, and mental health to flexible health stipends, we design benefits offerings that lead in each country we're in.
Flexible Time Off & Leave Policies: We trust you to own your energy: flexible time off and modern leave so you can unplug properly, support yourself and your loved ones, and come back ready to drive an impact.
Accelerated Growth & Learning: Develop at an uncommon velocity through cutting-edge tech, complex implementations, and an experienced team that values mastery.
Global, Remote-First, High-Trust: Work from anywhere with a diverse team across 15+ countries, in a trust-first, async environment that gives you true flexibility and ownership over how you work.
More About UsAtlan is building the shared context layer that enterprises need so AI can operate on trusted, governed context. The conversation has moved from data leaders asking: “Can we trust the data in our stack?” to businesses asking: “Can we trust AI inside the business?”
We are the missing infrastructure for businesses becoming AI-forward - the connective tissue between their data stack, operational systems, and AI agents.
Recognized as an industry-leading metadata, catalog, and data governance platform, we’ve been named a Leader by both Gartner and Forrester across enterprise data catalogs, metadata management, and governance.
To learn more, visit www.atlan.com and follow us on LinkedIn
Equal Opportunity Employer
Atlan is committed to building an inclusive, diverse, and authentic workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.