Cloud Security Engineer 3

Base-2 Solutions

Bethesda (MD)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 180,000

Full time

17 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical premiums paid for employee and

Dental premiums paid

Vision premiums paid

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Floating holidays

Job summary

Base-2 Solutions is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer 3 to secure, harden, and maintain compliance of cloud platforms across secure networks for OSINT-focused mission systems. You will secure cloud-native environments, perform risk analysis, and integrate security into CI/CD pipelines.

The role requires TS/SCI with CI polygraph eligibility, DoD 8570-IAT II cert, and experience with AWS, Kubernetes, and RMF. On-site in Bethesda, MD with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain CI Polygraph.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 6+ years of field experience (3 extra years for no degree).
1+ DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (or higher) certification.

Responsibilities

Provide technical security expertise for cloud and cloud-native environments.
Perform security assessments, vulnerability management, and risk analysis for cloud-based systems.
Implement and manage security controls for Kubernetes clusters and containerized applications.
Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.

Skills

Cloud security

Kubernetes security

CI/CD security

RMF

NIST standards

IAT Level II cert

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Kubernetes

CI/CD tools

RMF

NIST SP 800-37/53

Job description

Required Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI
Location: Bethesda, MD
Work Type: On-Site
Shift: First

Position Summary

Support the DOMEX Technology Platform as a Cloud Security Engineer 3 responsible for securing, hardening, and maintaining compliance of cloud-based platforms across multiple secure networks in support of OSINT-focused mission systems.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Provide technical security expertise for cloud and cloud-native environments.
Perform security assessments, vulnerability management, and risk analysis for cloud-based systems across secure enclaves.
Implement and manage security controls for Kubernetes clusters and containerized applications.
Integrate security measures into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.
Develop and maintain ATO packages and support compliance with standards including NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and ICD 503.
Collaborate with compliance personnel, engineers, architects, and Government counterparts to ensure regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications

Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a minimum of six years of experience in the category field. Three additional years of experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
At least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification.
2+ years working in the cloud, securely configuring and deploying AWS services.
Demonstrated experience securing Kubernetes platforms and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and containers; must understand microservices architecture and service mesh.
Experience with RMF, vulnerability management, and cloud compliance/security best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

Multiple IAT/IAM II or III advanced certifications such as CISSP-ISSAP/ISSEP, CISM, CCSP, or SecurityX/CASP+ CE.
AWS Solutions Architect or AWS Security Specialty certifications.
Kubernetes certifications such as KCNA, CKA, or CKS.
Linux administration experience and certifications such as Linux+ or Red Hat certifications including RHCSA or RHCE.
Experience with security tools such as Splunk, Nessus, SonarQube, Prisma Cloud, DAST, and SAST tools.
Experience applying Zero Trust framework to secure systems.
Prior network engineering experience.
Experience applying security controls to Generative AI implementations.

Required Education and Experience Equivalency

High School Diploma/GED with 9 years of experience.
Associates Degree with 9 years of experience.
Bachelors' Degree with 6 years of experience.
Masters' Degree with 6 years of experience.
PhD with 6 years of experience.

Required Certifications

At least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification.

Required Security Clearance

Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Base-2 Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Learn more: base-2solutions.com/eeo

Pay & Benefit Highlights

Compensation

Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity).
Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral.
Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent).

Health

100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
Choose from multiple plan options with CareFirst, Kaiser, and UnitedHealthcare, including PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans.
100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.

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