Sr. Cloud Security Engineer (NIN-AE4-18.062325)

SECURITY CLEARANCE: TS/SCI with both Polygraphs is required

POSITION: Sr. Cloud Security Engineer

LCAT: Application Engineer, Level 4

REQUISITION: NIN-AE4-18.062325

LOCATION: Linthicum, Maryland

OVERVIEW:

Join our "Security in the Cloud" team dedicated to enhancing the security posture of our cloud environments. The team is responsible for developing and maintaining AWS service-specific guidance for handling Sensitive Data (SD) and Ultra-Sensitive Data (USD), ensuring compliance with specific handling requirements and caveats. The ideal candidate will possess a strong security engineering background, with experience in security frameworks and cloud security practices, and will contribute to process improvements and risk mitigation strategies.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Develop and document AWS service-specific guidance for managing Sensitive Data (SD) and Ultra-Sensitive Data (USD), including handling caveats and read-in procedures.
• Review and interpret Risk Management Framework (RMF) guidelines applicable to on-premises and cloud environments.
• Analyze existing on-premises security processes and translate them into cloud security best practices aligned with RMF standards.
• Provide recommendations to government stakeholders on transitioning solutions from on-premises to cloud environments, ensuring compliance with security policies and frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security controls and ensure secure cloud deployments.

Assist in security assessments, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives related to cloud environments.

• Keep abreast of evolving cloud security standards, AWS services, and relevant certifications.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience with Security in the Cloud, particularly AWS.

Strong understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and its application to cloud transitions.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with secure data handling and classification.

Knowledge of cloud security best practices and compliance standards.

• Ability to work with government or research environments.

Other technologies utilized: Python, Node.Js, YAML

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Security Specialty, Solutions Architect, etc.)

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LCAT QUALIFICATIONS:

CERTIFICATION: n/a

EDUCATION: NOTE: Degree in computer science or IT computer engineering from an accredited college or university.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Master's Degree + 6 years, or
• Bachelor's Degree + 8 years, or
• Associates Degree + 10 years, or
• No Degree + 12 years.