[Hiring] Staff Cloud Security Engineer @PlayStation Global

Role Description

We are looking for an inspirational and hardworking person to join the Security Engineering team at SIE! You'll be joining a team of innovative engineers who are unified in their mission to make PlayStation the best and most secure gaming platform. This support is fulfilled by minimizing impact to the platform while ensuring security needs are met. This role is highly technical and requires a shown grasp of security principles and how they are applied to production environments. As a member of the Cloud Security team you will assist in the planning, design, development, testing, and management of security tools and controls that provide protection and visibility of our cloud environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience); typically 12+ years of relevant experience
• Proven experience defining and securing large-scale cloud and hybrid architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP, On-Premise)
• Deep expertise in cloud security architecture, including IAM, network segmentation, encryption, and secure design patterns
• Strong programming and automation experience, with the ability to design and scale security engineering solutions
• Extensive experience implementing DevSecOps practices and securing Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) workflows
• Expertise working with container technologies (Kubernetes, Docker, EKS, GKE, AKS)
• Deep understanding of security risks in AI/ML systems, including prompt injection, data poisoning, model leakage, and adversarial inputs
• Experience defining and securing AI/ML architectures, including training pipelines, inference systems, and AI-integrated applications
• Strong knowledge of data security and privacy controls in AI systems
• Familiarity with frameworks such as OWASP Top 10 for LLMs and NIST AI Risk Management Framework
• Experience securing advanced AI patterns such as LLM integrations, APIs, MCPs, RAG pipelines, or model services (preferred)
• Experience leading implementation and adoption of CNAPP platforms
• Deep understanding of cloud detection and response, IaC scanning, and runtime protection
• Strong background in security prevention, detection, and response strategy
• Experience designing highly scalable, resilient, and secure architectures across application, network, and data layers
• Experience influencing technical direction across multiple teams or departments
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ISC2, GIAC, AWS, Azure, GCP) preferred
• Experience working across multi-OS and distributed environments

Requirements

• Define and drive cloud security strategy, architecture standards, and technical roadmaps across cloud and AI-enabled environments
• Lead the design and implementation of preventative security controls, leveraging automation and AI-driven capabilities to reduce risk and improve detection and response
• Architect and secure complex multi-cloud and hybrid environments across AWS, Azure, GCP, and on-premise infrastructure
• Define and implement security architecture for AI/ML workloads, including model pipelines, data protection, and AI-integrated applications
• Identify and establish controls to mitigate AI-specific risks such as prompt injection, data poisoning, model leakage, and adversarial inputs
• Influence security and engineering practices across multiple teams and departments, driving adoption of secure-by-design principles
• Own the security outcomes of key cloud and AI initiatives, ensuring successful delivery and measurable risk reduction
• Establish and evolve DevSecOps and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) security standards, integrating security controls into CI/CD pipelines at scale
• Drive adoption and optimization of CNAPP platforms and related tooling to improve risk visibility and remediation across cloud, container, and AI environments
• Define and implement security architecture for containerized platforms (Kubernetes/EKS/GKE/AKS), including cluster hardening, workload isolation, image supply chain security, and runtime protection controls
• Lead the evolution of detection and response capabilities, integrating cloud telemetry, Cloud EDR, and advanced security analytics
• Conduct and guide threat modeling and risk assessments (Attack Surface Management, Data Security Posture Management, etc.) for complex cloud-native and AI-enabled systems
• Architect and deliver automation frameworks and security services to improve scalability and operational efficiency
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, influencing department-level goals and technical direction

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• Matching 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Wellness program
• Employee discounts for Sony products
• Bonus package eligibility

Company Description

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more. PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity.