
Cloud Security Specialist III
TalentWerx
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Hanscom AFB • Massachusetts • United States
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Salary
💰 $77,581 - $94,500 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure cloud architectures in accordance with program and security requirements
- Assist in the development, integration, and testing of security controls across cloud infrastructure, applications, and data environments
- Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments and assist with developing mitigation strategies
- Implement and maintain security configurations to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems
- Support development and maintenance of security documentation including System Security Plans (SSPs), security control assessments, and contingency plans
- Assist with system security engineering activities throughout the system lifecycle including requirements analysis, design validation, and security testing
- Perform security scans and vulnerability assessments using approved tools and document findings and remediation recommendations
- Support security compliance activities in accordance with federal and DoD cybersecurity frameworks
- Participate in incident response activities and assist in investigation and remediation of security events
- Collaborate with cloud engineers, system administrators, and program stakeholders to ensure security requirements are implemented effectively
- Monitor systems and environments for potential security risks and assist in remediation efforts
- Support certification and authorization activities and processes
- Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned with program initiatives to optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across program functions
- Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded
- Identify and forward to leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area
- Participate in growth efforts as requested
- Ensure all contractual deliverables are met or exceeded to the customer's satisfaction
- Complete personal PDP and attend Staff Meeting and Storytime (with camera on)
- Build productive and positive professional relationships with clients within the program
- Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements
- Maintain active status of all required DoD 8570/8140 industry certifications in good standing through required Continuing Education (CE) units
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and best practices
- Experience with risk assessment methodologies and security compliance standards
- Familiarity with security testing tools such as vulnerability scanners and SIEM solutions
- Basic understanding of network protocols, firewalls, and system security configurations
- Ability to analyze security policies and develop recommendations for improvement
- DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level II certification
- At least one cloud certification
Benefits
- health and wellness programs
- income protection
- paid leave
- retirement and savings
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
cloud architecturesecurity controlsrisk assessmentvulnerability assessmentsecurity configurationssecurity documentationsecurity engineeringincident responsesecurity compliancenetwork protocols
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingrelationship buildingorganizational skillsleadershipattention to detailadaptabilitytime managementgrowth mindset
Certifications
DoD 8570 IAT Level IIDoD 8140 IAT Level IIcloud certification