Sr. Cloud Security Engineer

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.)

LCAT Qualifications

Certification: n/a

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

Professional Experience

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