Cloud Security Engineer with Security Clearance

ManTech International; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cybersecurity is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer in Herndon, VA. This role involves defending against cyber threats in cloud environments, utilizing advanced tools, and mentoring less experienced analysts. Candidates should possess extensive experience in cloud security and incident response, along with relevant certifications. Join a team dedicated to enhancing the nation's information security posture.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in cloud or cyber security or 11+ years with Bachelor's.
• 5+ years in cyber incident response.
• 3+ years in architecting or securing solutions within GCP or OCI.

Responsibilities

• Design strategy for detecting and responding to cyber incidents.
• Create detection rules for cloud-based attacks.
• Serve as SME during critical cloud security incidents.

Skills

Cloud Security

Incident Response

Python

Bash

Data Protection

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Computer Science

Tools

GCP

OCI

Job description

Cloud Security Engineer with Security Clearance

Employer: ManTech International | Location: Herndon | Salary: Competitive | Closing date: 16 May 2025

Sector: IT | Job Role: Cloud Security | Job Type: Permanent

ManTech seeks a motivated, career- and customer-oriented Cloud Security Engineer to join our team in Herndon, VA. Join a team of cybersecurity experts that protects and defends the largest target in the world. As a Cloud Security Engineer on our team, you will utilize the latest tools available and assist in creating new ones while advancing the nation's information security posture.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Design and champion the strategy for detecting and responding to cyber incidents within Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
2. Create advanced detection rules and tradecraft to uncover sophisticated cloud-based attacks.
3. Optimize data pipelines to fuel rapid incident analysis and proactive threat hunting in the cloud.
4. Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) during critical cloud security incidents, guiding the CSOC team to swift resolution.
5. Continuously evaluate emerging cloud security tools and techniques to enhance our defenses and response capabilities.
6. Partner with cross-functional teams and mentor less experienced analysts to strengthen the organization's cloud security posture.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma and 15+ years of experience in cloud or cyber security, or Bachelor's degree and 11+ years of experience.
• 5+ years of experience in cyber incident response.
• 3+ years' experience architecting, engineering, implementing, or securing solutions within GCP or OCI.
• 2+ years' experience with data ingestion, processing, and analysis relevant to security investigations.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash for automation and security analysis.
• Knowledge of cloud security principles, including IAM, network security, and data protection within GCP or OCI.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, GCFA, GCIH, or cloud-specific security certifications.
• Experience with security services within GCP or OCI, including security command centers, IAM, and networking.
• Experience leading complex cloud security incident investigations.
• Ability to develop automation scripts and workflows to enhance incident response.

Clearance and Physical Requirements:

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI w/Polygraph clearance.
• The position requires remaining stationary 50% of the time.