Senior Cloud Security Engineer

Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Sr. Cloud Security Engineer

Role Definition:

This role will serve as the primary Cloud Security Engineer focused on AWS, Azure & GCP. This is an opportunity to collaborate with multiple teams designing and hosting cloud solutions across Caterpillar. As a Cloud Security Engineer, you will provide Cybersecurity representation to the cloud operations teams, cloud architects, and business partners to ensure enterprise security requirements are built into the services and solutions being deployed.

What You Will Do:

• Advise cross-functional teams on secure cloud architecture, identifying design gaps and embedding security into evolving cloud-based solutions.

• Develop and implement cloud security postures for Azure and AWS using industry-standard frameworks and best practices.

• Collaborate with Cloud Architects and Ops teams to establish scalable, secure, and repeatable cloud deployment methodologies.

• Continuously assess and enhance cloud security by monitoring vendor updates, industry trends, and emerging threats.

What You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field

• Experience in cloud security engineering

• Cloud operations experience in AWS or Azure.

• Deep knowledge of Cloud network architectures, including routing, NSGs, firewalls, DNS, load balancers, and hybrid connectivity.

• Understanding OAuth2/OIDC, SAML, and modern identity governance with respect to cloud

Top Candidates Will Have:

• Cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Security Engineer, etc.) and/or Professional information security certification (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, etc.)

• Development experience or foundational knowledge building, deploying, and operating container-based applications using Docker, Kubernetes, serverless containers, container registries, service mesh, etc.

• Experience using or integrating solutions with log aggregation and governance tools including tools such as AWS CloudTrail, Azure Monitor, Splunk, ELK/EFK, ArcSight, etc.

• Familiarity with Cybersecurity Incident Response Lifecycle

Additional Info:

• The primary locations for this position are: East Peoria, IL, Nashville TN, or Dallas, TX

• 5 days onsite is MANDATORY.

• Sponsorship is NOT available.

• Relocation is available for qualified candidates.

About Caterpillar -

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:

$126,000.00 - $189,000.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

September 8, 2025 -

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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