Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS) -Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Amyx, Inc.; Virginia, Great Falls Crossing (MN, VA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm seeks a Cloud Computing Specialist to support DLA clients remotely. This role involves serving as a Subject Matter Expert in cloud security, ensuring compliance with NIST standards and managing security risks. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cloud computing and a strong understanding of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. Join this forward-thinking company and contribute to enhancing cloud security practices while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with matching contributions

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Wellness Program

PTO

Professional Development Reimbursement

11 Holidays

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in C&A and RMF.
• Proven cloud security knowledge and skills.
• DOD IA experience and OCI service experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Cloud Computing SME for C&A.
• Identify and manage cloud security risks.
• Implement best practices in cloud environments.

Skills

Cloud Computing Security

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

NIST Standards

OCI Administration

Programming/Scripting

Containerized Applications

Education

Cloud Computing Security Certification

DOD SECRET Clearance

Tools

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Ansible

Terraform

Oracle Kubernetes (OKE)

Job description

Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS) -Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Job Locations

US

ID

2025-4237

Category

Defense

Type

Full Time

Overview

Amyx is seeking to hire a Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS) - Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support our DLA client remotely.

Responsibilities

CLOUD COMPUTING SPECIALIST (CCS) - SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT (SME)

Serves as an Information Assurance and Cloud computing SME with regards to Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and a broad coverage of the application of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards and guidance as outlined in the NIST Special Publication(s) (SP) 800-53 and 800-37 (Current versions).

The CCS shall maintain current certification as a Certified Cloud Security Professional. Possesses the ability to work independently with substantial cloud computing security knowledge. The assessor must have the essential skillsets to identify, manage and resolve cloud computing security risk and implement "best practices" as applied within a cloud environment (across all of the different deployment and service models, and derivatives). The CCS must be well versed in FedRAMP assessment methodology of security and privacy controls deployed in cloud information systems to include six (6) domain areas.

The six domains include:

* Architectural Concepts & Design Requirements

* Cloud Data Security

* Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security

* Cloud Application Security

* Operations

* Legal & Compliance

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

* Five (5) years of relevant C&A experience; Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST C&A experience

* DOD IA experience

* Required to possess a DOD SECRET Clearance and be eligible for an IT II at time of non-contingency job acceptance

* Cloud Computing Security Certification (i.e., Cloud Computing Security Professional [CCSP] and Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge [CCSK] or equivalent) - See preferred qualifications for equivalency

* Certification meeting the DOD 8570.01 IAM l requirement standard

* Five (5) years experience in assessing IA Controls and conducting C&A reviews for large, complex Information systems

Minimum Experience:

* Five (5) years' experience in OCI administration, maintenance and support.

* Possess OCI IT Service experience in multiple technical areas (e.g., Information Systems Architecture, Systems Design, Architecture, Implementation, Information Systems Integration, Software Development Methodologies, Security Engineering), policies and STIGs; and Communications and Network Systems Management, tenancy services and application related Performance Monitoring

* 2 years' experience with Autonomous Database Oracle Enterprise Database and/or Oracle Database Cloud Service (DBCS) management and support

* Proven experience solving difficult problems in all areas of cloud service software engineering: high-scale distributed systems, virtualized infrastructure, identity, security, observability, and user experience.

* Experience deploying and managing containerized applications using Oracle Kubernetes (OKE)

* Programming/scripting knowledge for automation of tasks (e. g. OCI compliant Ansible, HELM, Terraform, etc.)

* Experience with configuration of security settings such as Oracle CloudGuard

* Experience administering middle and web tiers, single sign-on (SSO), and creating and managing users and groups

* Experience in researching and recommending and implementing new OCI services as they become available to the Tenancy that will benefit operations

* 1 or more current OCI Certifications in Foundations, Databases, DevOps, Security or Networking and Operations

Supported Technologies:

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Preferred Qualifications:

Possess a general understanding of the breadth of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure technologies, applications and services. Work closely with the DLA AMPS PMO and provide DLA tenancy services and deliver additional capabilities to the AMPS OCI hosting environment and secure and isolate the tenancy to create, organize, integrate and administer cloud resources.

Benefits include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans (PPO & HSA options available)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Roth
• Qualified Transportation Expense with matching contributions
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• PTO
• 11 Holidays
• Professional Development Reimbursement

Salary- $150,000-$170,000

Please contact [e-mail] with any questions!

Amyx is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amyx is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

Physical Demands

Employee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Most positions require ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.