Cloud Security Engineer 4

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

Job summary

Base-2 Solutions is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to secure, harden, and maintain compliance of cloud platforms across secure networks for OSINT mission systems. This on-site role is located in Bethesda, MD and requires active TS/SCI with CI polygraph.

You will lead security in cloud-native environments, integrate security into CI/CD, and ensure regulatory compliance with NIST and DoD standards. Collaboration across compliance, engineering, and government teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years in the field.
• DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification.
• 5+ years of cloud experience configuring and deploying AWS.
• Experience securing Kubernetes platforms and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of RMF, vulnerability management, and cloud security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide security expertise for cloud and cloud-native environments.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability management, 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 NIST/DoD compliance.
• Collaborate with compliance, engineers, architects, and Government counterparts.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

CI Polygraph

AWS security

Kubernetes security

CI/CD security

RMF compliance

Vulnerability management

NIST SP 800-37/800-53

Security architectures

Govt compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree in related field (equivalency)

PhD (equivalency)

Tools

Splunk

Nessus

SonarQube

Prisma Cloud

DAST tools

SAST tools

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: 4788
• 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.

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).