Cloud Cybersecurity Engineer

Prana Comunicación; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Prana Comunicación is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist in Austin, Texas, to develop and guide cybersecurity policies for various enterprise cloud applications. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity.

The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable about Department of Defense security protocols and possess an active Security clearance. This position emphasizes collaboration and problem-solving skills within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• 8 years of related work experience in cybersecurity.
• Expert knowledge of DoD security policies and legal requirements.
• Active Security clearance is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance for cybersecurity policy and strategy.
• Develop security documentation per federal standards.
• Promote a DevSecOps testing approach at different levels.
• Advise on policy to improve security outcomes.

Skills

Cybersecurity policy development

Cloud application compliance

NIST 800-53R5

DoD information security policies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Location

Austin, TX

About the Company

At IPT Associates (IPTA), we enjoy solving real-world problems with technology. We work closely with our customers, teammates, experts, and partners to come up with practical solutions that make a difference. Whether it's a government or business organization, we focus on understanding the need and building something that works.

Our Team

At IPTA, everything starts with our people. We're big believers that when you invest in your team, great things happen. That's why we encourage learning, growth, and trying new things—even if you don't have all the answers yet. Our culture is rooted in fierce determination, fearless integrity, and passionate service—but we also like to keep things collaborative, supportive, and down‑to‑earth.

We're Looking For People Who

• Are curious and excited about technology
• Like solving problems and figuring things out
• Can take initiative but also enjoy working with a team
• Want to keep learning, growing, and challenging themselves

If you're someone who's eager to jump in, learn something new, and make an impact—you'll fit right in here.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall direction and guidance for cybersecurity policy, strategy, and compliance for multiple organization-level enterprise cloud applications
• Development and delivery of system security and information assurance documentation, consistent with federal standards to support system certification and accreditation
• Be an advocate for a modern, DevSecOps-style, approach for conducting testing and conveying control information (consistent with the NIST 800-53R5 Risk Management Framework)
• Devise policy recommendations to streamline and accelerate successful security outcomes
• Provide guidance and oversight at the platform and application levels
• Interact with senior policy directors at the Department and Service level, as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other Scientific/Technical discipline and 8 years of related work experience
• Must have experience with overall ATO process from registration to completion
• Expert knowledge in Department of Defense information security policies, practices, and legal requirements including DoDI 8510.01, DISA STIGs, FedRAMP and eMASS
• Must be knowledgeable in National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-53r5 and capable of reviewing, analyzing, and assessing systems configurations/architectures to identify security, safety, and mission‑critical functions/components
• Must meet IAT‑II requirements
• Active Security clearance

Equal Opportunity / EEO Statement

IPTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on individual merit, including qualifications, experience, performance, and business needs, consistent with applicable federal laws and federal contracting requirements. IPTA provides equal opportunity and utilizes merit‑based principles to make employment‑related decisions.

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