Cloud Security Analyst

bcmcllc

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

95% employer paid medical, dental, and vision coverages

100% employer paid life, STD, and LTD disability coverages

401k with company match and profit sharing

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

11 standard holidays & 3 weeks of annual leave

Job summary

bcmcllc is looking for a Cloud Security Analyst to ensure secure cloud deployments aligned with federal standards. The role involves monitoring cloud security postures, conducting security reviews, and ensuring compliance with federal requirements. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in cloud security, SIEM platforms, and hands-on experience with major cloud service providers.

The position offers extremely competitive salary and extensive employer-paid benefits, including medical, dental, 401k matching, and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

6+ years of experience in cloud security or security analysis.
Strong knowledge of cloud security services and frameworks.
Active TS/SCI clearance is required.

Responsibilities

Assess security of cloud-based technology integration pilots.
Monitor cloud security posture for integrated capabilities.
Implement cloud security controls and monitoring solutions.

Skills

Cloud security assessment

Risk mitigation

AWS security

SIEM platforms

Documentation

Communication

Education

BS in Cyber Security or Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

CSPM tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

BCMC 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. We are 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
Experience with cloud compliance and governance
Excellent documentation and communication abilities