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Lead ISSE / Cloud Security Engineer

BowheadMontgomery, AL🇺🇸United StatesPosted 15 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You will design and validate critical security controls for cloud and hybrid environments, gaining valuable experience in cutting-edge security technologies. This hybrid role is ideal for a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a strong background in cloud security and RMF, offering a fantastic opportunity to grow your expertise within a reputable organization. Apply now to make a significant impact in safeguarding vital systems!

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Overview

LEAD ISSE / CLOUD SECURITY ENGINEER (CASBES):

Bowhead seeks a Lead Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) / Cloud Security Engineer to support the upcoming Cloud Acceleration Services (CAS) Business Enterprise Systems (BES) located in Montgomery, AL. The Lead ISSE / Cloud Security Engineer will design and validate security controls for cloud and hybrid environments.

Responsibilities

  • Implements secure IAM/RBAC/PAM and assesses Zero Trust control integration
  • Support STIG/SCAP/ACAS/security testing.
  • Review penetration test results, and engineers remediation strategies for cloud-hosted and containerized applications.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline.
  • Ten (10+) years cybersecurity engineering experience; five (5+) years supporting cloud security, DevSecOps security, or RMF engineering for DoD/Federal cloud-hosted systems.
  • Certification: CISSP, CCSP, CASP+, or equivalent required/preferred; Security+ required; AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, or Kubernetes security certification preferred.
  • Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Physical Demands:
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
  • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
  • Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. Top Secret preferred. ship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

Skills

AWS
Azure
Kubernetes
Microsoft Office
Zero Trust

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