Momentum Financial Services Group
Financial Services
CloudSecurityEngineer
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“Cloud Security Engineer at Momentum Financial Services Group. Skills: AWS cloud security, AWS security architectures, AWS IAM, AWS-native security services, IaC and automation, Container and serverless security, Vulnerability scanning, Penetration testing. Design and implement AWS security architectures aligned with compliance and industry best practices. Assess cloud security risks, enforce security policies, and support audits across AWS environments”
What You'll Achieve.
Safeguard critical cloud platforms; Lead the way in AWS security; Build secure, scalable, and compliant digital experiences
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to act proactively in fast-paced environments
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
4+ years focused on AWS cloud security, Hands-on expertise securing AWS services (IAM, VPC, EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, EKS, ECS, Fargate, CloudFront, Route 53), knowledge of AWS-native security tools (GuardDuty, Security Hub, Macie, Inspector, WAF, Shield, CloudTrail, CloudWatch), Proficiency in encryption and key management using AWS KMS, CloudHSM, and ACM, Experience with IaC and automation (Terraform, CloudFormation, Python, Bash, PowerShell), Skilled in container and serverless security (EKS, ECS, Fargate, Lambda), Knowledge of Zero Trust, identity federation, and RBAC in AWS environments, Experience with vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and audit readiness in cloud environments, Familiarity with SIEM and SOAR tools, incident response, and forensic analysis in AWS
Nice to Have
Experience with multi-cloud environments (Azure, GCP), AWS Security Specialty or equivalent certifications preferred (CISSP, Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer), Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field, Professional certifications such as CISSP, AWS Security Specialty, or equivalent strongly preferred, Proven track record of leading cloud security initiatives in regulated industries
What You'll Do.
Design and implement AWS security architectures aligned with compliance and industry best practices
Assess cloud security risks
enforce security policies
and support audits across AWS environments
and Control Tower to enforce least privilege and role-based access controls
Deploy and manage AWS-native security services
Configure and maintain encryption solutions
Integrate AWS logging and monitoring with SIEM platforms for threat detection
Secure networks via AWS VPCs
Work with DevOps to embed security in CI/CD pipelines using AWS-native and third-party tools
Automate security with Terraform
Apply container and Kubernetes security practices for AWS EKS
and Fargate environments
Conduct vulnerability assessments
and remediation in AWS environments
Drive compliance with CIS AWS Benchmarks
Develop and test incident response and disaster recovery plans for cloud systems
Train internal teams on cloud security risks
and emerging best practices
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Integrates security seamlessly into DevOps and engineering workflows; Work with DevOps to embed security in CI/CD pipelines
Communication Scope
Excellent communicator, able to explain security concepts to technical and business stakeholders
Full Job Description
Who We Are At Momentum Financial Services Group, we help people move forward by reimagining how money works for those who need it most. With more than 40 years of experience, we’re the team behind Money Mart—Canada’s largest non-bank branch network—and a leader in financial solutions for underserved communities. From short-term loans to money transfers and prepaid cards, we power the products, technology, and operations that connect over a million customers a year to the money they need, when they need it. At MFSG, we come together across teams and departments to create something bigger than ourselves: solutions that remove barriers and give people access to money they might not get anywhere else. Whether you're solving problems, building systems, or shaping strategy, your work fuels real support for real people. We’ve Got You Covered Compensation Philosophy: Our strategy is simple—we aim to match the market. We regularly review industry standards to ensure our total rewards package is competitive and fair. Discretionary Annual Bonus: Enjoy the opportunity for a discretionary bonus based on individual performance and company success. Comprehensive Benefits: Our benefits include health and dental plans with 100% of the premiums covered. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program to support your mental well-being and provide resources for personal challenges. Retirement Plans: Plan for your future with our robust retirement savings options, ensuring you’re set for the long haul. Hybrid Work Environment: Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance remote work with in-office. When you're at our corporate head office, enjoy a relaxed and collaborative environment featuring breakout rooms for brainstorming and unwinding, plus a variety of snacks to keep you energized throughout the day. Perks and Rewards: Enjoy reimbursement for tuition assistance and professional development, discounts through Perkopolis and participate in our
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