
Cloud Security SME – TS/SCI
SUNAYU
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Bethesda • Maryland • United States
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Salary
💰 $107,900 - $195,050 per year
About the role
- Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and best practices for cloud and cloud-native environments
- Perform security assessments, vulnerability management, and risk analysis for cloud-based systems across secure enclaves
- Implement and manage security controls for Kubernetes clusters and containerized applications
- Ensure integration of security measures into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes
- Conduct security reviews of cloud architectures, service configurations, and system design changes
- Develop and maintain ATO packages and ensure compliance with relevant standards
- Implement and manage continuous monitoring solutions for cloud environments
- Collaborate with development teams to ensure secure coding practices and perform code reviews
- Stay current with emerging cloud security threats, technologies, and best practices
Requirements
- Active or current Top Secret with SCI eligibility and ability to obtain Polygraph
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 8+ years of industry experience with 5+ years in cybersecurity or additional years of experience in lieu of degree
- At least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification e.g., CCNA Security, CySA+, Security+ CE, CISSP (or Associate)
- 5+ years working in the cloud, securely configuring and deploying AWS services
- Demonstrated experience securing Kubernetes platforms and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and containers
- 5+ years of experience hardening Linux hosts and applying appropriate DISA STIG
- Demonstrated experience developing A&A packages to obtain and maintain ATO in secure environments
- Grounded knowledge in compliance frameworks such as NIST SP 800-37, SP 800-53, and CNSSI 1253
- Experience with tools such as Xacta or eMass, performing vulnerability compliance with ACAS, & STIG automation
- Experience with scripting languages such as Bash and Python for automation
- Understanding of secure software development practices and code reviews
- Experience with encryption and transport, especially in the cloud.
Benefits
- 3 Medical Plan Options
- Dental and Vision
- FSA, DCFSA, HSA
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and Educational Assistance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 11 Federal holidays
- 401k plan with up to a 6% match (100% immediate vesting)
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Hard Skills & Tools
cloud securityvulnerability managementrisk analysisKubernetesCI/CD pipelinesDevSecOpscontinuous monitoringsecure coding practicesLinux hardeningscripting (Bash, Python)
Certifications
Top Secret clearanceDoD 8570.01-M IAT Level IICCNA SecurityCySA+Security+ CECISSP