Cloud Security Engineer 4

Base-2 Solutions; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premiums paid

Dental premiums paid

Vision premiums paid

401(k) with match

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Base-2 Solutions is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Engineer in Bethesda, MD to secure and harden cloud platforms across secure networks. The role focuses on cloud security in AWS, Kubernetes, and DevSecOps, with emphasis on regulatory compliance and risk management.

The engineer will implement security controls, support ATO packages, and collaborate with government counterparts to ensure compliant operations. On-site requirement and Top Secret/SCI clearance are essential.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with CI polygraph eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years in cybersecurity or related field.
• DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification.

Responsibilities

• Secure cloud and cloud-native environments across secure enclaves.
• Perform security assessments, vulnerability mgmt, and risk analysis for cloud systems.
• Implement and manage security controls for Kubernetes clusters and containers.
• Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.
• Develop and maintain ATO packages and support compliance with NIST/SP standards.
• Collaborate with compliance, engineering, and government counterparts to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Cloud security

Kubernetes security

CI/CD security

Vulnerability management

NIST RMF / SP 800-53

AWS security

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Kubernetes

AWS

Jenkins CI/CD

Docker

Splunk

Job description

• Standard Title: Senior Cloud Security Engineer
• Required Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI
• Location: Bethesda, MD
• Work Type: On-Site
• Shift: First

• Requisition ID: 5195
• Standard Title: Senior Cloud Security Engineer
• Required Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI
• Location: Bethesda, MD
• Work Type: On-Site
• Shift: First
• Referral Eligibility: Eligible
• U.S. Citizenship Required? Yes

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

• Bachelors' 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.

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.

Income Protection

• 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability.
• 100% company-paid premiums for long-term disability.
• 100% company-paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D).
• 100% company-paid premiums for life insurance up to $200,000.

Retirement

• 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus a 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total).
• 401(k) pre-tax and Roth options.

Leave

• Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO).
• 11 paid floating holidays.

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent).