SK Cloud Security Engineer

Probity Inc.; Herndon (VA); Presencial; USD 140.000 - 210.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Probity Inc. is seeking a senior cloud security professional with an active TS/SCI clearance for enterprise-scale cloud monitoring, incident response, and automation. You will design secure architectures, develop Python scripts, and mentor junior staff while advancing CSOC capabilities and AI-aware security practices.

Responsibilities include tuning Splunk detections for AWS and cloud platforms, and driving continuous improvement across security operations in a fast-paced environment.

Formación

• 7+ years of cloud security or cyber operations.
• 7+ years of OS, network, security principles or architecture experience.
• 5+ years of experience with AWS.
• 3+ years of coding in Python.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement cloud security monitoring systems at enterprise scale.
• Develop and maintain Python scripts and automation tools.
• Design and implement automated incident response playbooks for CSOC processes.
• Mentor junior staff and plan cyber exercises to sharpen team skills.
• Stay current on cybersecurity trends and AI in cloud security.
• Develop, tune, and optimize Splunk detection rules for AWS and cloud platforms.

Conocimientos

Cloud security

AWS

Scripting Python

Incident response

CSOC experience

Mentorship

Cloud architecture

Herramientas

Splunk

Descripción del empleo

PLEASE NOTE: This position requires an ACTIVE Top Secret/SCI Clearance with Polygraph. To be considered for this position, you MUST have an ACTIVE Clearance Level of Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph.

Position Code: 26-SC1002-1

Position Description:

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure or Oracle, cyber development, scripting, and automation, coupled with deep expertise in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Systems Design & Architecture: Consult on the design, architecture, and implementation of cloud security monitoring systems at enterprise scale.
• Development and Scripting: Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools using Python or similar programming languages.
• Automation and Orchestration: Design and implement automated incident response playbooks to streamline CSOC processes.
• Collaboration and Mentorship: Work closely with CSOC team members to share insights and coordinate response efforts. Provide technical expertise and mentorship to junior staff; plan and implement cyber exercises and drills to sharpen team skills; and prepare reference and training materials for cloud and incident response.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current on cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies. Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant AI concepts pertaining to cloud and incident response security.
• Splunk Detection Development: Develop, tune, and optimize detection rules for AWS and other cloud-based platforms using Splunk Query Language.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience with cloud security, cloud engineering or cyber operations
• 7+ years of experience with Operating Systems, Network Infrastructure, Security Principles or System Architecture
• 5+ years of experience with AWS
• 3+ years of experience coding and scripting in Python