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Cloud Security Engineer with Security Clearance

ALKUBethesda, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Cloud Security Engineer
Program Description: We support our client’s mission to centralize and standardize Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation and Dissemination (TCPED) of Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) across the DoD and IC enterprise. We integrate off the shelf and newly development software to sustain and enhance the TCPED platform. We leverage cloud-based computing, artificial intelligence (Al), machine learning (ML) and cross-domain transfer systems to provide cutting edge data exploitation, enrichment, triage, and analytics capabilities to Defense and Intelligence Community members. This program advances the state of the art in mission-focused big data analytics tools and micro-service development spanning the breadth of Agile sprints to multiyear research and development cycles. Day to Day Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and best practices for cloud and cloud-native environments
Conduct security assessments, vulnerability management, and risk analyses for cloud systems operating within secure enclaves
Deploy and manage security controls for Kubernetes clusters and containerized workloads
Integrate security practices into CI/CD pipelines and support DevSecOps initiatives
Perform security evaluations of cloud architectures, service configurations, and system design modifications
Develop, update, and manage ATO packages, ensuring compliance with standards such as NIST SP 800-37, SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and ICD 503
Establish and oversee continuous monitoring capabilities for cloud environments
Partner with development teams to promote secure coding practices and conduct code reviews
Stay informed on emerging cloud security threats, technologies, and industry best practices

Skills

Machine Learning
Agile
Kubernetes

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