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The ideal candidate brings a strong background in Amazon Web Services (AWS), cyber development, scripting, and automation, coupled with deep expertise in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.\n\nResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:\n\nSystems Design & Architecture: Consult on the design, architecture, and implementation of cloud security monitoring systems at enterprise scale.\nDevelopment and Scripting: Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools using Python or similar programming languages.\nAutomation and Orchestration: Design and implement automated incident response playbooks to streamline CSOC processes.\nCollaboration and Mentorship: Work closely with CSOC team members to share insights and coordinate response efforts. Provide technical expertise and mentorship to junior staff; plan and implement cyber exercises and drills to sharpen team skills; and prepare reference and training materials for cloud and incident response.\nContinuous Improvement: Stay current on cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies. Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant AI concepts pertaining to cloud and incident response security.\nSplunk Detection Development: Develop, tune, and optimize detection rules for AWS and other cloud-based platforms using Splunk Query Language.\n\nMinimum Qualifications:\n\n7+ years of experience with cloud security or cyber operations\n7+ years of experience with Operating Systems, Network Infrastructure, Security Principles or System Architecture\n5+ years of experience with AWS\n3+ years of experience coding and scripting in Python\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field\nExperience with automation and SOAR platforms\nExperience in one of the following: incident response, threat hunt, or detection engineering\nExperience with Azure/OCI\nRelevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, GIAC, CEH)\n\nClearance Requirements: Active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph is required for this position\n\nPhysical Requirements: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time","company":"ManTech","rawCompany":"mantech","city":"East Andover","state":"NH","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-31T10:01:19.397Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.05","title":"Information Security Engineers","slug":"information-security-engineers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1212.00","title":"Information Security Analysts","slug":"information-security-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"},{"code":"541513","title":"Computer Facilities Management Services","slug":"computer-facilities-management-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Cloud Security Engineer","description":"MANTECH seeks a highly technical Cloud Security Engineer to join our team in Herndon, VA. 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