Cloud Security Engineer

VTG; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Byte Systems, a subsidiary of VTG, is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer in Herndon, VA. The role focuses on cloud security design, automation, and incident response within enterprise-scale environments. Strong experience with AWS/Azure/Oracle, Python, and SIEM tools is required.

The engineer will lead CSOC initiatives, develop detection rules, and mentor junior staff while staying current on cybersecurity trends and AI applications in cloud security.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in 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, Azure or Oracle.
• 3+ years of experience coding and scripting in Python.

Responsibilities

• Consult on the design, architecture, and implementation of cloud security monitoring systems at enterprise scale.
• Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools using Python or similar languages.
• Design and implement automated incident response playbooks to streamline CSOC processes.
• Collaborate with CSOC team members to share insights and coordinate response efforts; mentor junior staff; plan cyber exercises and drills; prepare training materials.

Skills

Cloud security

Python scripting

Cloud platforms

CSOC/SIEM

Job description

Overview

Byte Systems, a subsidiary of VTG, is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure or Oracle, cyber development, scripting, and automation, coupled with deep expertise in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.

What will you do?

• 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.

Do you have what it takes?

• 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, Azure or Oracle
• 3+ years of experience coding and scripting in Python

PayRange: VTG’s estimated starting pay range is $175,000-$220,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.