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steampunk

Cloud Security SME with Security Clearance

steampunk, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032


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Employer:

Steampunk Location:

Fairfax Salary:

130,000.00 - 190,000.00 USD Annual Closing date:

14 Jan 2025 Sector:

IT Job Role:

Cloud Security Job Type:

Permanent Overview:

Design. Disrupt. Repeat. Be an agent of change on a team committed to achieving client–focused, mission–driven excellence. Steampunk is the explosive collision of human–centered design and traditional government contracting. We are an employee–owned company with a startup mindset and time–tested approaches tailored for the federal government. We're passionate about creating solutions that are impactful, practical, and scalable while meeting our clients' ever–changing needs. Responsibilities: Support all activities that architect secure cloud implementations. Document and control implementation for security authorizations (ATOs). Advocate and implement security best practices to reduce organizational risk when migrating to or leveraging the cloud. Identify and implement secure cloud–based solutions, including components for zero–trust architectures, identity and access management policy, and data privacy. Monitor cloud environments for suspicious activities and investigate security incidents. Ensure systems are secure against cybersecurity threats through risk assessment and compliance with industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27011, HIPAA, FISMA). Automate security processes such as vulnerability management and patch management. Design and implement data protection and encryption mechanisms for data at rest and in transit. Document the as-is state of the environment and produce artifacts that articulate options and recommendations. Review and assess the security architecture of new systems and technologies. Lead in the design and development of tools that automate compliance activities. Proactively create, monitor, and update the status of POA&Ms. Review and update security authorization documents as needed. Provide audit support for assigned systems. Participate in DevOps Sec requirements for assigned systems. Ensure CM processes are followed to mitigate new security risks. Qualifications: Ability to obtain a U.S. government Security Clearance. BS Degree in an IT field OR BS in a non–IT field and 8 years related IT experience. 8 Years of Experience supporting Information Assurance or Cloud Security programs. 5 Years of Experience architecting, designing, developing, and implementing cloud solutions. 5 Years of Experience with one or more clouds (i.e., AWS, Azure, or GCP). 5 Years of Experience with systems development in an Agile environment. 3 Years of Experience conducting monitoring, risk assessment, threat modeling, and security testing in cloud environments. 3 Years of Experience documenting POAMs, SSPs, and A&A support documentation. Must possess an information security certification. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience with documenting the as-is state of the environment and performing a gap analysis preferred. Specialized knowledge of cloud engineering or application and design. Knowledge and experience with vulnerability scanning execution, assessment, and analysis. Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure. Preferred: Able to commute to limited in-person activities in the Washington, DC Metro area. Ability to possess a certification in at least two of the four CSPs: AWS, Azure, GCP, or OCI. Hands-on experience with GCP and OCI. About Steampunk:

Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $130,000 to $190,000. Steampunk is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E–Verify program.

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