Cloud Computing Specialist – Subject Matter Expert, Active Secret Clearance

Ariel Partners

Cloud Computing Specialist providing technical authority for cloud-based systems within the Defense Logistics Agency. Ensuring secure, efficient, and compliant operation of cloud infrastructure.

Posted 7/5/2026full-timeStafford • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleCloudCyber SecurityTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and administer OCI tenancy for DLA, ensuring security, scalability, and integration with AMPS and associated services
Secure and isolate cloud resources, including compute, storage, and networking components
Provide expertise in hybrid, edge, and cloud-native architectures to optimize performance and resilience
Administer middleware and web tiers, including SSO and PAM solutions
Create and manage users, groups, roles, and access policies consistent with IAM and security standards
Implement and maintain cloud security controls per DoD RMF and NIST 800-53
Perform vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and FedRAMP compliance validation
Maintain operational compliance with DoD IL5, SRG, STIG, and FIPS requirements
Automate cloud provisioning, monitoring, and operational tasks using scripting (Ansible, Terraform, Helm)
Support DevSecOps pipeline integration for cloud-based applications
Provide SME guidance on cloud architecture, IAM, and security posture
Develop technical documentation, reports, and status updates for the COR and program leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must hold Active Secret Clearance
5+ years in DoD IL5 OCI administration, maintenance, and support
Experience with Information Systems Architecture, Security Engineering, and Networking in cloud environments
Proven expertise in RMF and NIST Certification & Accreditation (C&A)
Cybersecurity experience, including assessment and authorization of large-scale information systems
Required Certifications - DoD 8570 baseline certification for IAM Level I or higher, Cloud security certification such as CCSP, CCSK, or OCI Specialty Certification
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or equivalent

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Professional development
Flexible work arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

Cloud-Native ArchitectureIAM PoliciesScripting (Ansible, Terraform, Helm)Cybersecurity AssessmentNetworking Components

Certifications

DoD 8570 Baseline Certification (IAM Level I or Higher)Cloud Security Certification (CCSP, CCSK, OCI Specialty)