Job Description

Overview:
?Welcome to the Games Global world. We're changing the rules of the game. Providing 1,300+ exclusive games from some seriously talented studios and not to mention a record-breaking progressive jackpot network, we help operators level up and create their perfect lobby.
We are currently looking for a Platform Engineer Level 2 for our Cloud Platforms team in South Africa ??. Our Cloud Platforms team is made up of highly skilled professionals dedicated to advancing GG's cloud computing capabilities. The team is responsible for leading and facilitating the adoption of cloud technologies and practices across Games Global
As a Platform Engineer, you will contribute to ensuring the security of cloud-based infrastructures and applications within the organization, with a focus on implementing Shift Left security practices and integrating security into Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies. Your responsibilities will include assessing, implementing, and managing security controls to protect cloud environments from the earliest stages of development, leveraging automation and orchestration techniques inherent to IaC practices. This position requires a solid understanding of cloud technologies, security best practices, and the ability to embed security into the development lifecycle and IaC workflows. Responsibilities:
?? What you will be doing?

• Contribute to the implementation of Shift Left security practices within the organization, integrating security into the earliest stages of the development lifecycle. Collaborate with development teams to embed security controls, such as code scanning, vulnerability assessment, and secure coding practices, into CI/CD pipelines and IaC workflows.
• Conduct security assessments of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates and configurations to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and security risks. Perform static code analysis and automated security scans to identify and remediate security issues early in the development process.
• Implement security controls and measures within IaC scripts and configurations to protect cloud resources. Embed security best practices, such as IAM policies, encryption, network security rules, and access controls, directly into IaC templates and deployment pipelines.
• Monitor IaC deployments for security incidents and respond promptly to security alerts and breaches. Develop incident response procedures specific to IaC environments and coordinate response efforts with development and operations teams.
• Develop and implement automation solutions for security tasks and processes within IaC pipelines. Utilize tools and frameworks such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager to automate security controls deployment, configuration management, and compliance checks within IaC workflows.
• Ensure that IaC templates and deployments comply with relevant regulatory requirements, industry standards, and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with compliance teams to conduct audits, assessments, and reviews specific to IaC security.
• Provide security awareness training and guidance to development and DevOps teams on integrating security into the development process and IaC workflows. Educate teams on secure coding practices, security controls implementation, and compliance requirements for IaC environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation of security configurations, policies, procedures, and incident response activities related to development environments and IaC deployments. Generate reports on Shift Left security and IaC security metrics, compliance status, and incident trends for management and stakeholders.

Qualifications:
Who are we looking for?

• A minimum 2 years experience of professional experience in Cloud Security Engineering with a strong focus on IAC, shift left and indent response.
• Knowledge of security principles, practices, and technologies, including network security, encryption, Identity, IAM, and security monitoring.
• Experience implementing and managing security controls in cloud environments, including IAM policies, Firewall rules, encryption keys, and security groups.
• Proficiency in security monitoring and incident response tools and technologies, such as SIEM, IDS/IPA, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions
• You must have a solid understanding of IaC principles and practical experience of Terraform
• Must have a strong familiarity with CI/CD concepts and experience with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, and/or AWS CodePipeline.

? Equal Opportunities Statement
Games Global is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and communities. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected status. Our dedication to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion is clearly reflected across all our teams. Join us, and be a part of an organisation that is truly committed to creating a level playing field for everyone.
Kindly be aware that in order to be employed at Games Global, you need to be 18 years of age or older, in accordance with our industry requirements.

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