Cloud Engineer-Senior (contingent 045)

Mssi Inc; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mssi Inc is seeking a Cloud Biometric Systems Engineer to support operational and maintenance tasks for cloud-based biometric applications. The role involves ensuring interoperability across government systems and managing cloud environments on platforms like AWS and Azure.

This position requires six years of experience in cloud engineering or security, along with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Candidates must also possess a secret security clearance and relevant technical certifications.

Qualifications

• 6 years in cloud engineering, DevOps, or cloud security role.
• Hands-on experience with AWS or Azure cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and federal compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support cloud-hosted biometric applications and ensure system security.
• Facilitate interoperability between biometric systems.
• Manage and maintain cloud environments in AWS, Azure.

Skills

Biometric technologies

Cloud networking concepts

Cybersecurity principles

Analytical & troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in relevant technical discipline

Professional certifications (AWS, Azure, CISSP)

Tools

AWS

Azure

Job description

The Cloud Biometric Systems Engineer provides operational, maintenance, and enhancement support for cloud-based biometric applications and infrastructure supporting government mission requirements. This position ensures interoperability between key government biometric systems, enabling secure and efficient data sharing among Department of Defense (DoD) and interagency partners. * A secret security clearance is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support cloud-hosted biometric applications and infrastructure, ensuring system availability, performance, and security.
• Facilitate interoperability between government biometric systems utilizing modalities such as fingerprint, facial recognition, iris, and voice biometrics.
• Manage and maintain cloud environments within AWS, Azure, AWS GovCloud, or Azure Government.
• Design, implement, and troubleshoot cloud networking components, including VPCs, subnets, routing, VPNs, and hybrid cloud connectivity solutions.
• Implement, monitor, and audit security controls to ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, including the development of security documentation, artifacts, and accreditation packages.
• Coordinate Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP) activities, vulnerability scanning, IAVM monitoring, and incident response efforts.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through application enhancements, system upgrades, and process optimization.
• Develop and deliver user training and technical guidance for cloud-based applications and services.
• Must adhere to the company’s AS9100 and QMS policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience with biometric technologies and standards governing biometric data collection, storage, and exchange (e.g., EBTS).
• Hands-on experience with AWS or Azure cloud platforms; experience with AWS GovCloud or Azure Government preferred.
• Strong understanding of cloud networking concepts, including VPCs, subnets, routing, VPNs, and hybrid cloud architectures.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, vulnerability management, RMF processes, and federal compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting cloud operations, maintenance, and security in a government or defense environment.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Experience/Education:

• Six (6) years in a cloud engineering, DevOps, or cloud security role
• Bachelor Degree in relevant technical discipline or two (2) additional years of relevant experience.
• Required: Professional-level certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, or CISSP
• A secret security clearance is required.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

Bachelor Degree in relevant technical discipline or two additional years of relevant experience.

6 years in cloud engineering, DevOps, or cloud security role

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

CISSP

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