- Programming/Scripting: Advanced SQL, Python, PowerShell, Bash, and exposure to Java, C#, Go, or TypeScript.
- Cloud & Infrastructure Security: Proficiency in AWS, Azure, or GCP security tools; containerization platforms (Kubernetes, Docker, ECS); and Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Security Tools & Practices: Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK), network security (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS), secure protocols (TLS, SSH), and secrets management (e.g., HashiCorp Vault).
- Data & Integration Security: Knowledge of secure APIs (REST, gRPC, GraphQL), messaging platforms (Kafka, RabbitMQ), and securing data platforms like Snowflake or Redshift.
Desired Skills:
- CISSP
- CISM
- AWS Security Specialty