Cloud Security Engineer II — TS/SCI, DevSecOps Focus

RPMGlobal; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

RPMGlobal is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer 2 to secure, harden, and maintain compliance of cloud platforms across secure networks supporting OSINT-focused mission systems.

Responsibilities include securing cloud-native environments, implementing Kubernetes security controls, and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines. Candidates must hold TS/SCI with CI Polygraph eligibility and DoD 8570 IAT II+ certification.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 3+ years experience; more years may substitute for degree.
• At least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification.
• 1+ years working in the cloud, securely configuring and deploying AWS services.
• Experience securing Kubernetes platforms and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and containers; understand microservices architecture and service mesh.
• Experience with RMF, vulnerability management, and cloud compliance/security best practices.

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.

Skills

Cloud security

Kubernetes security

AWS security

DevSecOps CI/CD

Regulatory compliance

RMF

Zero Trust

Security certifications

Linux administration

Service mesh

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Kubernetes

Splunk

Nessus

SonarQube

Prisma Cloud

DAST/SAST tools

Job description

RPMGlobal is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer 2 to secure, harden, and maintain compliance of cloud platforms across secure networks supporting OSINT-focused mission systems.

Responsibilities include securing cloud-native environments, implementing Kubernetes security controls, and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines. Candidates must hold TS/SCI with CI Polygraph eligibility and DoD 8570 IAT II+ certification.