Cloud Security Engineer II — Kubernetes DevSecOps

Base-2 Solutions, LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Base-2 Solutions, LLC is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer 2 to secure, harden, and maintain compliance of cloud-based platforms across secure networks supporting OSINT-focused mission systems. You will work on securing cloud-native environments and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.

The role requires TS/SCI with CI Polygraph, DoD 8570‑M IAT II or higher, and hands-on experience with AWS, Kubernetes, and vulnerability management.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph.
• 3+ years in cloud security, with AWS deployment experience.
• DoD 8570.01‑M IAT Level II or higher certification.
• Experience securing Kubernetes platforms and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and service mesh.
• Experience with 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 containerized apps.
• Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.
• Develop and maintain ATO packages and support compliance with NIST/DoD standards.
• Collaborate with compliance, engineers, and Government counterparts to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Cloud security

Kubernetes security

CI/CD security

Threat & vulnerability mgmt

NIST RMF/compliance

AWS security

Security architecture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Associates degree + 5 years experience

Master’s degree + 3 years experience

PhD + 3 years experience

Tools

Splunk

Nessus

Prisma Cloud

SAST/DAST tools

Job description

Base-2 Solutions, LLC is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer 2 to secure, harden, and maintain compliance of cloud-based platforms across secure networks supporting OSINT-focused mission systems. You will work on securing cloud-native environments and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.

The role requires TS/SCI with CI Polygraph, DoD 8570‑M IAT II or higher, and hands-on experience with AWS, Kubernetes, and vulnerability management.