Cloud Security Podcast
How to become a Senior Cloud Security Engineer?
Nov 1, 2023
Nick McLaren, a Senior Cloud Security Engineer at an Enterprise, discusses the differences between working in a startup and an enterprise, the skills and mindset required to become a senior cloud security engineer, the importance of understanding cloud platforms and security tools, and perseverance and personal growth in the field.
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- Communication and the ability to explain technical tasks to non-technical stakeholders is a key skill for senior cloud security engineers.
- Transitioning from a startup to an enterprise brings differences in roles and responsibilities, including the need for formal processes and dealing with challenges like silos and lack of trust.
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Importance of Translating Technical Topics into Business Value
Being a senior level engineer in cloud security requires the ability to translate technical topics into business value. This includes creating reports based on certificate authorities and using Python scripts and cloud services like ECS and FarGate clusters. However, it's crucial to understand what the stakeholders, such as the CISO, need from these reports and the value they bring to the organization. Communication and the ability to explain technical tasks, timelines, and complexities to non-technical stakeholders is a key skill for senior cloud security engineers.
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