Cloud Security Engineer
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Cloud Security Engineer to join our growing cybersecurity team supporting federal clients. The ideal candidate will have strong cloud security architecture knowledge, hands-on experience with major cloud platforms, and the ability to implement best practices across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. New Award 5 YearsHybrid 2 days Onsite 3 days from Home
Location: Washington DC 21st Street, NW, Washington, D.C.
Clearance: Must be a US Citizen Active Public Trust Required
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain secure cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, or other government cloud environments
- Monitor and manage cloud security posture using tools like CSPM and CWPP solutions
- Respond to and investigate cloud security incidents, perform root cause analysis, and recommend remediation actions
Hands-on experience with at least three of the following: CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Cisco Firepower, ExtraHop, ForeScout, Gigamon.
Collaborate with DevSecOps and infrastructure teams to ensure security controls are integrated throughout CI/CD pipelines
Stay current on evolving cloud security threats, compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST 800-53), and agency-specific requirements
Document policies, procedures, and configurations to support audits and ATO processes
Support vulnerability and risk assessments of cloud-based system
Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field from a U.S.-accredited institution 5+ years of experience specifically in cloud security
Relevant certifications such as:
CISSP, CISM, CEHAWS Security Specialty or Azure Security Engineer
Experience with cloud-native security tools and platforms
Familiarity with CSPM (Cloud Security Posture Management), CWPP (Cloud Workload Protection), and CIEM (Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management)
Strong verbal, written, and collaboration skills