Cloud Data Protection Engineer at Applied Materials

Join us at Applied Materials, a leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our pioneering expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations drive the technology shaping the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust cloud data protection and data access security solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute effective cloud security and data protection strategies.
• Evaluate and recommend backup, data protection, and security tools, technologies, and best practices.
• Conduct assessments to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and compliance gaps.
• Develop and enforce cloud data protection policies and procedures.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities in the cloud environment.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in cloud data protection and security.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Provide guidance and support to teams on cloud security and data protection-related matters.

Key Requirements

• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in designing/implementing large-scale private/public/hybrid cloud environments focusing on storage, cloud data protection, and security.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their data security features.
• Experience with cloud security solutions such as encryption, access controls, identity and access management (IAM), data loss prevention (DLP).
• Strong understanding of business continuity processes (DR) for complex cloud workloads.
• Understanding of security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• Familiarity with cloud compliance requirements and best practices.
• Experienced in business and technical analysis, architecture design.
• Ability to communicate IT architecture methods, concepts, standards, and policies.
• Good written and verbal communication and presentation skills; able to interact professionally with all levels of the organization.
• Cloud certifications are a plus.

Functional Knowledge

Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.

Business Expertise

Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.

Leadership

Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.

Problem Solving

Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.

Impact

Impacts a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies.

Interpersonal Skills

Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.

Applied Materials is committed to diversity in its workforce, including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Years of Experience: 8+ years
• Certifications: Cloud certifications are a plus
• Languages: Fluent in English

Additional Information

• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: Regular
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Eligible: Yes

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.