Cloud Computing Specialist- Sr Security Control Engineer

Cloud Computing Specialist- Sr Security Control Engineer

This position requires an active Public Trust clearance or the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance to be considered.

We're seeking a highly motivated Senior Cloud Computing Specialist to join our team in Silver Springs, MD. You'll leverage your expertise in AWS cloud design, security, and automation to develop and implement secure, scalable cloud solutions. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a talented team and make a real impact on our cloud initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Estimated Starting Salary Range for Cloud Computing Specialist- Sr Security Control Engineer: Commensurate with experience.
• Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.
• Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Cloud Computing Specialist- Sr Security Control Engineer Responsibilities Include:

• IT Cloud Engineer to implement and support designed solutions in Amazon Web Services.
• IT cloud technical implementation and development services that meet the requirements of the SDLC artifacts generated from the IT.
• Build, test, deploy, and support IT infrastructure in Amazon Web Services.
• Develop solutions using Infrastructure as Code methodology (AWS Cloud Formation Templates) to meet system requirements.
• Update and manage the source code using NOAA approved source control tools (GitHub)
• Ensure the documentation completes the clients Change Control process and any feedback provided by the IT Security Officer, System Owner or Enterprise Architect is addressed prior to moving solutions into production.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Cloud Computing Specialist- Sr Security Control Engineer Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Bachelor's (BS) Degree in Computer Science or related to Engineering/Research field.
• 10 years' experience with networking solution (routers, firewalls, load-balancer, gateways) and protocols (IPsec, routing).
• 5 years' experience with AWS cloud networking solutions to include but not limited to; VPC, Direct Connect, Transit Gateways, subnets.
• 8 years' experience with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and applying security best practices (zero-trust model, defense-in-depth, cloud shared security model).
• 5 years' experience with AWS cloud security experience (Identity Management, Federation, ACLs).
• Experience with identifying and managing mitigations within the Cloud environment for National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-53 required Security Controls.
• Certification: AWS Advanced Networking - Specialty, or CCNP-level (Preferred).
• Certification: AWS Security - Specialty, or CISSP (CIRT-006) (Preferred).
• Ability to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
• Knowledge in Cloud based design, definition and development custom modules, features, and package integration from proposal to product.
• Ability to document features, modules, requirements, and the risks of each Cloud based initiative.
• Ability to design system architecture and interface control using requirements.
• Ability to understand CSP FedRamp service offerings to enhance the security functioning within the CSP.
• Ability to understand Third Party Tools available in CSP(s) to contribute to the security compliance and management.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Choose an item. is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about Choose an item., visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Keywords: AWS, Cloud Security, Cloud Design, RMF, Infrastructure as Code

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