Cloud Security Engineer 4

Base-2 Solutions, LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Base-2 Solutions, LLC seeks a Cloud Security Engineer 4 to secure and maintain compliant cloud platforms across secure networks. You will lead security for cloud-native environments, perform risk assessments, and implement controls for Kubernetes and containerized apps.

The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph eligibility, 10+ years in the field, and DoD 8570-M IAT II+ certification. Collaboration with government counterparts is essential.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain CI Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years in the field.
• At least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification.
• 5+ years cloud experience securely configuring and deploying AWS.
• Proven experience securing Kubernetes platforms and integrating security into CI/CD and containers.
• Experience with RMF, vulnerability management, and cloud compliance practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide security expertise for cloud and cloud-native environments.
• Perform assessments, vulnerability management, and risk analysis for cloud systems.
• Manage security controls for Kubernetes clusters and containers.
• Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.
• Develop ATO packages and ensure compliance with NIST and ICD standards.
• Collaborate with compliance, engineers, architects, and government counterparts.

Skills

Security engineering

Cloud security

Kubernetes security

CI/CD security

Compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

AWS

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Nessus

Splunk

Prisma Cloud

SAST/DAST tools

Job description

Position Summary

Support the DOMEX Technology Platform as a Cloud Security Engineer 4 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 with a minimum of ten years of experience in the category field.
• At least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification.
• 5 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

• Bachelor's Degree with 10 years of experience.
• Masters' Degree with 10 years of experience.
• PhD with 10 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.