Principal Engineer ( Enterprise Cloud Security )

STAFFXPERT LLC is seeking a Principal Engineer Enterprise Cloud Security on behalf of our client in Pleasanton, CA. The role requires a highly experienced cloud security leader to drive complex cloud security initiatives and lead large-scale security platform deployments in global environments.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture, design, and deployment of enterprise cloud security solutions across large-scale environments
• Drive secure remote access transformation and modernization initiatives within complex enterprise ecosystems
• Lead large-scale migration and infrastructure transformation efforts with minimal operational disruption
• Collaborate across global teams, business stakeholders, and engineering functions to ensure successful delivery
• Provide technical leadership, governance, and best-practice guidance throughout project execution
• Ensure security, compliance, performance, and operational stability across enterprise environments
• Mentor engineering teams and contribute to enterprise security standards, frameworks, and architectural direction
• Evaluate and implement modern security strategies aligned with Zero Trust principles

Requirements:

• 12+ years of experience in enterprise cloud security engineering and architecture
• Strong hands-on expertise implementing enterprise-scale secure access and cloud security solutions
• Experience leading complex security transformation and infrastructure modernization programs
• Deep understanding of Zero Trust Architecture and modern enterprise security frameworks
• Proven ability to manage large-scale technical migration projects across global organizations
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration experience
• Principal-level leadership experience with mentoring and establishing technical standards and best practices
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities in enterprise environments
• Experience working within large enterprise environments supporting global infrastructure
• Strong background in cloud security modernization and secure network transformation initiatives
• Ability to navigate highly technical environments while aligning with business objectives