Cloud Security Engineer

MANTECH; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MANTECH in Herndon, VA seeks a highly technical Cloud Security Engineer to join our cybersecurity team focused on cloud incident response posture. You will leverage AWS expertise, scripting, and automation to design secure cloud architectures.

Responsibilities include developing monitoring, automation, and playbooks; mentoring junior staff; and advancing SIEM detections with Splunk.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in cloud security or cyber operations.
• 5+ years of experience with AWS.
• 3+ years coding and scripting in Python.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS, IT, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud security monitoring systems at enterprise scale.
• Develop and maintain Python scripts and automation tools.
• Design and implement automated incident response playbooks.
• Mentor junior staff and plan cyber exercises and drills.
• Stay current on trends and identify process improvements in cloud security.
• Develop and optimize detection rules for AWS and cloud platforms using Splunk.

Skills

Cloud security

Cyber operations

Python scripting

Automation

Incident response

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Splunk

SOAR platforms

Azure

OCI

Job description

MANTECH seeks a highly technical Cloud Security Engineer to join our team in Herndon, VA. Join a dedicated team of cybersecurity experts focused on enhancing the customer’s cloud incident response posture. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in Amazon Web Services (AWS), cyber development, scripting, and automation, coupled with deep expertise in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Systems Design & Architecture: Consult on the design, architecture, and implementation of cloud security monitoring systems at enterprise scale.
• Development and Scripting: Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools using Python or similar programming languages.
• Automation and Orchestration: Design and implement automated incident response playbooks to streamline CSOC processes.
• Collaboration and Mentorship: Work closely with CSOC team members to share insights and coordinate response efforts. Provide technical expertise and mentorship to junior staff; plan and implement cyber exercises and drills to sharpen team skills; and prepare reference and training materials for cloud and incident response.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current on cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies. Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant AI concepts pertaining to cloud and incident response security.
• Splunk Detection Development: Develop, tune, and optimize detection rules for AWS and other cloud-based platforms using Splunk Query Language.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with cloud security, cloud engineering or cyber operations
• 7+ years of experience with Operating Systems, Network Infrastructure, Security Principles or System Architecture
• 5+ years of experience with AWS
• 3+ years of experience coding and scripting in Python

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field
• Experience with automation and SOAR platforms
• Experience in one of the following: incident response, threat hunt, or detection engineering
• Experience with Azure/OCI
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, GIAC, CEH)

Clearance Requirements

Active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph is required for this position

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time