Senior Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineer, Senior

Location: Langley AFB or Hanscom AFB

Work Type: Onsite

Remote Work: No

Job Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to share your experience in cloud security to safeguard our nation? As a General Cloud Security Engineer, you will lead the technical implementation of security solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and security automation frameworks. We need your experience to lead the development and implementation of security solutions.

In this role, you'll design and implement robust security architectures across multi-domain cloud environments, emphasizing automated security controls, infrastructure hardening, and zero-trust principles. You will architect and deploy advanced security monitoring solutions, including SIEM integration, threat detection systems, and automated incident response capabilities across AWS environments. You will implement automated security testing and validation within CI/CD pipelines while maintaining compliance with DoD security requirements.

In this role, you’ll closely impact the Air Force mission by implementing automated security solutions, developing secure architecture patterns, and building robust security monitoring and response capabilities while maintaining compliance with DoD and Air Force requirements. With mentoring, challenging hands-on problem-solving, and opportunities to learn new tools and skills, we focus on growing as a team to make the best solutions for our customers.

Work with us as we secure and protect the Air Force for the better.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure cloud architecture patterns using AWS native security services, including GuardDuty, Security Hub, WAF, and Shield.
• Develop automated security deployment pipelines using tools like CloudFormation, Terraform, and AWS CDK.
• Implement comprehensive logging and monitoring solutions using CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and third-party SIEM platforms.
• Create automated security scanning and remediation workflows using Python, Bash, and PowerShell.
• Design and implement network segmentation using AWS Transit Gateway, Security Groups, and NACLs.
• Deploy and manage PKI infrastructure and secrets management solutions, including AWS KMS and Secrets Manager.
• Implement container security solutions for ECS and EKS environments using tools, including Aqua and Twistlock.
• Develop automated compliance validation tools using AWS Config, Security Hub, and custom Lambda functions.
• Develop relationships quickly and easily with other teams, communicating the complexities of security with a wide variety of audiences, including senior management.
• Implement infrastructure and cybersecurity controls, including enhanced detection and vulnerability capabilities and improved event correlation in large enterprises.?
• Perform risk and vulnerability assessments in network, system, and application areas.
• Leverage big data analytics and traditional security event types to identify advanced threats or indicators of compromise.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience with AWS security services and architecture pattern
• Experience with programming in Python and Bash for security automation
• Experience with IaC tools, including Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK
• Experience with automated security testing tools, including SAST, DAST, or IAST
• Knowledge of network security concepts, protocols, and implementation
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree
• Ability to obtain a DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification within 30 days of hire date

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with AWS Security hub
• Experience with AWS native security services configuration and automation
• Experience with automated vulnerability management systems and developing custom security tools and automation frameworks
• Experience securing CI/CD pipelines and implementing DevSecOps practices
• Experience with container security and Kubernetes security configurations
• Experience with security event monitoring, SIEM implementation, and custom rule development
• Experience implementing secure cross-account access patterns
• Experience with advanced incident response automation implementation
• Knowledge of cryptography, PKI, and key management systems
• AWS Security Specialty, CISSP, CCSP, or similar Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.