Cloud Security Engineer (Secret clearance)

Vantor is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to support mission requirements for a structured approach to further develop, integrate, and sustain a scalable, federated data ecosystem that enhances interoperability, governance, and mission-driven analytics for a DoD customer. The primary objective of the program is to bridge the operational gaps between DoD, IC, interagency, and non-traditional international partners to enable real-time information sharing, dynamic data integration, and mission-tailored analytical capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain cloud security frameworks, ensuring compliance with NIST 800-53 Rev. 5, FedRAMP, and DoD IL-4/IL-5 security mandates.

• Configure and manage Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, role-based access controls (RBAC), and Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles.

• Conduct vulnerability assessments, security monitoring, and incident response within cloud environments.

• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSP), Security Assessment Reports (SAR), and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M).

• Provide the Cloud Security Compliance & Risk Report, ensuring all cloud-based operations remain in accordance with DoD security requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Active SECRET Clearance

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or a related field, or five (5) years of equivalent experience in cloud security engineering.

• Personnel must have demonstrated experience in implementing cloud security frameworks, configuring identity and access management (IAM) solutions, and conducting vulnerability assessments in cloud environments.

• Experience with SIEM tools, zero-trust architecture, and cloud security monitoring solutions is required.

• Possess the knowledge and capability to implement security controls and frameworks within cloud environments, ensuring compliance with NIST 800-53 Rev. 5, FedRAMP, and DoD IL 2, 4, and 5 security policies.

• Personnel must be proficient in identity and access management (IAM), security monitoring, and cloud-native security solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Desirable but not required certifications include CISSP, AWS Certified Security‚ Äì Specialty, or Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals.

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We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.maxar.com/careers/benefits

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