Principal Security Engineer

Role: Principal Security Engineer - Cloud & Innovation

Location: Singapore

We are partnering with a leading organization to hire a Principal Engineer to drive innovation in cloud security, zero trust architecture, and next-generation threat detection across multi-cloud environments. This role is ideal for someone passionate about building cutting-edge security solutions, working at the intersection of cloud, Kubernetes, and AI security.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive security innovation initiatives by identifying emerging threats across cloud, containers, and AI systems, and developing scalable solutions

• Research, prototype, and implement advanced security capabilities from proof-of-concept to production

• Design and enhance runtime security for Kubernetes and cloud-native environments

• Build and simulate multi-cloud attack scenarios to strengthen detection and response capabilities

• Develop and implement security automation and policy-as-code frameworks

• Architect and enforce security best practices across multi-cloud platforms (IAM, logging, encryption, network controls)

• Lead Kubernetes security initiatives, including workload protection, admission controls, and supply chain security

• Explore and integrate emerging technologies for security (e.g., eBPF, confidential computing, AI security techniques)

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure system design and implementation

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

• 8+ years of experience in cloud / infrastructure security, with leadership exposure

• Strong hands-on experience with public cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure/GCP)

• Deep understanding of Kubernetes security and cloud-native architectures

• Experience with automation and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform)

• Proficiency in Python or Go for building security tools

• Strong problem-solving and research mindset with experience in developing innovative security solutions

• Familiarity with modern application and AI security concepts

Good to Have

• Experience with multi-cloud security architectures

• Exposure to advanced threat detection, runtime security, or forensic techniques

• Relevant certifications such as Kubernetes Security, Cloud Security, or similar