Associate, SOC - Cloud Infrastructure

About Coalfire

Coalfire is on a mission to make the world a safer place by solving our clients’ hardest cybersecurity challenges. We work at the cutting edge of technology to advise, assess, automate, and ultimately help companies navigate the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape. We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado with offices across the U.S. and U.K., and we support clients around the world.

But that’s not who we are – that’s just what we do.

We are thought leaders, consultants, and cybersecurity experts, but above all else, we are a team of passionate problem-solvers who are hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference.

Position Summary

The Cloud Infrastructure SOC Associate will work as part of a team assessing the security and compliance of client firms against regulatory and industry requirements and standards, and against security best practice frameworks. This role will gain a strong understanding of framework requirements, support audit/assessment efforts, and help develop reports for clients. Associates collaborate with experienced Delivery team members to evaluate technical security controls across primarily cloud-based environments and contribute to client-ready deliverables.

An Associate on the SOC team helps to enhance clients’ security posture and ensure that business and customer data is properly protected. This role will evaluate the design and effectiveness of technology controls throughout the business cycle and will help identify performance improvement opportunities.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with SOC and BSI C5 examinations for cloud-based clients
• Participate in process walkthroughs with clients to understand and document control processes
• Review supporting documentation to assess control design and operating effectiveness
• Maintain accurate, organized documentation throughout the engagement lifecycle
• Draft and refine engagement materials, including planning documentation, fieldwork notes, and reporting documents
• Contribute to timely execution of audit procedures in line with internal methodologies and engagement milestones
• Clearly communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Support project timelines and communicate any potential impacts to scope or schedule
• Apply quality standards to ensure completeness, accuracy, and consistency in deliverables
• Foster collaborative relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
• Actively pursue certifications and maintain awareness of industry developments
• Flexible: Standard office or remote work environment, travel up to 20%

What You'll Bring

• An introductory understanding of IT security technologies including cloud architecture and
• application security, firewalls, access management, and data protection
• Bachelor’s degree (four-year college or university) or equivalent combination of education and work experience in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Business, or a related field
• Education or work experience involving IT Security and/or IT Audit principles
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with non-technical audiences
• Strong initiative and ability to manage time and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail and documentation quality
• Proficiency in typing and note-taking for fast-paced client interviews
• Willingness to learn in a team environment and support meetings of various sizes
• Public speaking confidence and emerging executive presence
• Inquisitive, curious, and proactive mindset
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills
• Research-driven with the ability to explore and analyze technical topics

Bonus points

• Experience in IT consulting, audit, business analysis, or related field
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Certification or pursuit of one (e.g., CCSK, CompTIA Security+, AWS Cloud Practitioner)

Why You’ll Want to Join Us

At Coalfire, you’ll find the support you need to thrive personally and professionally. In many cases, we provide a flexible work model that empowers you to choose when and where you’ll work most effectively – whether you’re at home or an office.

Regardless of location, you’ll experience a company that prioritizes connection and wellbeing and be part of a team where people care about each other and our communities. You’ll have opportunities to join employee resource groups, participate in in-person and virtual events, and more. And you’ll enjoy competitive perks and benefits to support you and your family, like paid parental leave, flexible time off, certification and training reimbursement, digital mental health and wellbeing support membership, and comprehensive insurance options.

At Coalfire, equal opportunity and pay equity is integral to the way we do business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Coalfire is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, our Human Resources team at [email protected].