Principal Security Platform Engineer

We're looking for a Principal Security Platform Engineer to join our team in Malaga, Spain in a hybrid working mode. In this role, you will design, build and operate security controls for cloud, network, identity, endpoint, data, and software supply chain environments, enabling advanced protection strategies across enterprise systems.

The position combines technical security expertise with a DevOps-driven approach, focusing on automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Policy as Code (PaC) and CI/CD security. You will leverage AI-assisted engineering tools to boost speed, efficiency, and resiliency while reducing risk in a scalable manner.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement and operate security platforms and controls ensuring high availability and measurable outcomes
• Enhance and integrate security solutions across AWS, Azure and GCP environments
• Continuously improve existing controls through automation, IaC/PaC, and self-service capabilities
• Implement and manage CSPM/CNAPP solutions (e.g., Wiz) to monitor and reduce cloud risk
• Support secure software delivery pipelines, including dependency scanning, artifact validation and secrets management
• Develop Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Pulumi or Ansible for automated provisioning
• Apply Policy as Code frameworks (e.g., OPA, Sentinel) for enforcement and compliance automation
• Build and manage observability components for threat detection, alerting and incident response
• Collaborate with Security Operations, DevOps and engineering teams to maintain a robust security posture
• Use AI-assisted tools to accelerate automation, security analysis and operational documentation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years in security engineering, platform engineering or related cloud-focused roles
• Hands-on experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CSPM/CNAPP platforms
• Strong understanding of networking, secure systems design and infrastructure security principles
• Proficiency in scripts or programming with Python and/or PowerShell
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux environments for operational security management
• Knowledge of CI/CD security, IaC and PaC practices using Terraform or similar tools
• Strong operational mindset with skills in monitoring, alerting and incident response
• Comfort working with AI-driven development and security analysis tools
• Excellent communication with ability to document and present technical solutions effectively

Nice to have

• Deep expertise in Terraform, Pulumi, Ansible or OPA (Open Policy Agent) frameworks
• Experience implementing software supply chain security measures: SBOMs, artifact signing, dependency risk checks
• Familiarity with containerization and Kubernetes security controls
• Knowledge of cloud-native security services and platform tools (e.g., Wiz, Checkov)
• Exposure to network security technologies: IDS, IPS, DLP, EDR, firewalls and file integrity monitoring
• Strong Python development background with focus on automation and orchestration
• Experience creating self-service security solutions for engineering enablement
• Demonstrated use of AI-assisted engineering tools to streamline workflows and security testing

We offer

• Private health insurance
• EPAM Employees Stock Purchase Plan
• 100% paid sick leave
• Referral Program
• Professional certification
• Language courses

EPAM is a leading digital transformation services and product engineering company with 61,700+ EPAMers in 55+ countries and regions. Since 1993, our multidisciplinary teams have been helping make the future real for our clients and communities around the world. In 2018, we opened an office in Spain that quickly grew to over 1,450 EPAMers distributed between the offices in Málaga, Madrid and Cáceres as well as remotely across the country. Here you will collaborate with multinational teams, contribute to numerous innovative projects, and have an opportunity to learn and grow continuously.

• Why Join EPAM
• WORK AND LIFE BALANCE. Enjoy more of your personal time with flexible work options, 24 working days of annual leave and paid time off for numerous public holidays.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING CULTURE. Craft your personal Career Development Plan to align with your learning objectives. Take advantage of internal training, mentorship, sponsored certifications and LinkedIn courses.
• CLEAR AND DIFFERENT CAREER PATHS. Grow in engineering or managerial direction to become a People Manager, in-depth technical specialist, Solution Architect, or Project/Delivery Manager.
• STRONG PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY. Join a global EPAM community of highly skilled experts and connect with them to solve challenges, exchange ideas, share expertise and make friends.