Cloud Security Engineer

Location: Washington, DC (Primarily Onsite)Clearance Required: Active Secret (Top Secret eligibility preferred)Employment Type: Full-TimeRole OverviewWe are seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to help design, build, and secure cloud environments supporting a mission-critical federal program. This role focuses on hands-on cloud security implementation and DevSecOps integration, working alongside platform engineers, developers, and compliance teams to embed security into cloud solutions from the start.This is an excellent opportunity for a cloud or security engineer looking to deepen their cloud security expertise, gain exposure to regulated environments, and grow into more senior security or architecture roles.Key ResponsibilitiesCloud Security EngineeringImplement and maintain security controls in AWS, Azure, or GCP environments, including commercial and government cloud regions.Apply and maintain security baselines aligned with CIS Benchmarks, NIST 800-53, and FedRAMP requirements.Contribute to secure architecture reviews and provide practical guidance for cloud workloads.DevSecOps & AutomationDevelop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred) to deploy and manage security configurations.Integrate security tooling into CI/CD pipelines, including SAST, DAST, IaC scanning, and container security.Build and improve automated guardrails and remediation workflows under senior engineer guidance.Monitoring, Compliance & ResponseImplement centralized logging and monitoring to improve visibility across cloud environments.Support compliance and ATO efforts by embedding controls into cloud deployments and assisting with audit evidence.Participate in vulnerability remediation and incident response activities.Collaboration & GrowthCollaborate with cloud engineers, developers, and compliance teams to ensure security objectives are met.Serve as a hands-on resource for cloud security best practices within project teams.Learn and apply advanced cloud security patterns through mentorship and real-world delivery.Required QualificationsActive Secret clearanceBachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity or cloud engineering, with at least 2 years focused on cloud securityHands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Experience with cloud-native security tools (e.g., Security Hub, Defender for Cloud, Google SCC)Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar)Basic scripting experience (Python, PowerShell, or Bash)Working knowledge of IAM, encryption, networking, and key managementFamiliarity with security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, or FedRAMPPreferred QualificationsExperience integrating security into CI/CD pipelinesExposure to container security or Kubernetes hardeningCloud security certifications (AWS, Azure, or Google)Familiarity with zero trust principles and enterprise identity platformsWhy Join UsHands-on role with real ownership in a regulated cloud environmentOpportunity to grow into senior cloud security or architecture positionsMission-driven federal program with long-term stabilityCollaborative team environment with mentorship and technical depth