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Principal Cloud Security Services Engineer

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
50 Northern Avenue (Show on map)
Dec 20, 2025

Job Description

General Summary:

The Cybersecurity Senior Engineer II provides day-to-day technical support for one or more security capabilities and services, including the implementation of new solutions and processes to increase efficiencies, and optimize and expand service offerings for both on premise and the cloud.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Collaborates with members of the technical and business communities to integrate new applications into the Vertex ecosystem

Analyzes and resolves software and hardware problems and ensures that the correct processes are followed in change management for tracking and reproducibility

Helps deploy and maintains large-scale enterprise-level security services

Supports projects from requirements gatherings and scope to implementation and rollout

Installs, monitors, troubleshoots and maintains functionality of tools or systems

Identifies areas for process improvement

Supports business process design such as architecture, delegated administration models, workflow models and access control models

Participates and collaborates cross-functionally with groups

Engages and maintains relationships with vendors

Participates in an on-call rotation

Knowledge and Skills:

Good knowledge of security technologies and the relationships between infrastructure devices (e.g., servers, firewalls, switches, etc.)

Demonstrated experience with deploying and supporting a range of security capabilities to mitigate enterprise risks

Understanding of scripting skills (bash, python)

Familiar with secure coding practices and tools (Cycode, Bitbucket...)

Familiar with IaaS concepts and Security practices (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Under general guidance, ability to identify problems and develop appropriate solutions

Strong lateral thinking, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects and activities as both a lead and team member

Able to act independently and to reliably estimate and complete assignments

Solid verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail

Proven ability to work cross-functionally and collaboratively with peers and all levels of management

Ability to ask questions, constantly learn, adapt and evolve

CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, CEPT, GIAC or similar relevant information security certifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Typically requires 4 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience

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Pay Range:

$141,200 - $211,800

Disclosure Statement:

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation:

Remote-Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Remote-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1. Remote: work remotely five days per week and come into the office on occasion - you're always welcome on-site; or select
2. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
3. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

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Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com

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