Cloud Security Analyst

Nightwing; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightwing, based in Arlington, Virginia, is seeking a Cloud Security Analyst to provide critical support in protecting cloud environments against cyber threats. This role involves assessing and securing cloud technology integrations, ensuring compliance with federal security requirements, and implementing monitoring solutions.

The ideal candidate has over 6 years of relevant experience and an active TS/SCI clearance. Responsibilities include security assessments, monitoring compliance, and collaborating with cloud service providers.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in cloud security or security analysis.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Strong knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP security services.

Responsibilities

• Assess security of cloud-based technology integration pilots.
• Monitor cloud security posture for integrated capabilities.
• Conduct security reviews of cloud architectures and configurations.

Skills

Cloud security assessment

Risk mitigation

AWS security services

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication abilities

Education

BS in Cyber Security or Computer Science

Tools

SIEM platforms

Cloud security posture management tools

Container security tools

Job description

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing is supporting a U.S. Government customer to provide support for onsite incident response to civilian Government agencies and critical asset owners who experience cyber-attacks, providing immediate investigation and resolution. Contract personnel perform investigations to characterize the severity of breaches, develop mitigation plans, and assist with the restoration of services. Nightwing is seeking a Cloud Security Analyst to support this critical customer mission.

The Cloud Security Analyst will assess, monitor, and secure cloud-based technology integration initiatives, ensuring cloud deployments meet security requirements while supporting pilot activities and production integrations. This role focuses on cloud security posture management, compliance validation, and risk mitigation for cloud-enabled capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess security of cloud-based technology integration pilots
• Monitor cloud security posture for integrated capabilities
• Conduct security reviews of cloud architectures and configurations
• Ensure cloud deployments comply with federal security requirements
• Implement cloud security controls and monitoring solutions
• Support local LLM development and deployment security within controlled boundaries
• Assess cloud integration risks and recommend mitigations
• Monitor cloud environments for security events and anomalies
• Conduct security validation testing for cloud-based pilots
• Support transition of cloud pilots into production environments
• Document cloud security controls and compliance evidence
• Coordinate with cloud service providers on security requirements
• Support continuous monitoring and security automation in cloud environments
• Ensure cloud integrations align with Zero Trust principles
• Provide cloud security guidance to development and operations teams

Required Skills/Clearances

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability
• 6+ years of experience in cloud security or security analysis
• Strong knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP security services
• Experience with cloud security assessment and monitoring tools
• Understanding of federal cloud security requirements (FedRAMP, NIST)
• Knowledge of cloud security frameworks and best practices
• Experience with security monitoring and SIEM platforms
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Experience with cloud compliance and governance
• Excellent documentation and communication abilities

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting federal cybersecurity programs
• Background in malware analysis or threat hunting in cloud environments
• Experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of AI/ML security considerations
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code security scanning
• Familiarity with cloud security posture management (CSPM) tools
• Understanding of multi‑cloud and hybrid security architectures

Required Education

BS in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related degree, or HS Diploma and 7+ years of directly relevant experience

Desired Certifications

• DoD 8140 IAT Level III
• AWS Certified Security

Syndeo: ESS-3424

Nightwing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.