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Cloud Security Engineer 2 with Security Clearance

Chevy ChaseFull-timeMidCompetitiveMay 7, 2026
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Position Summary Support the DOMEX Technology Platform as a Cloud Security Engineer 2 responsible for securing, hardening, and maintaining compliance of cloud-based platforms across multiple secure networks in support of OSINT-focused mission systems. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide technical security expertise for cloud and cloud-native environments.

  • Perform security assessments, vulnerability management, and risk analysis for cloud-based systems across secure enclaves.

  • Implement and manage security controls for Kubernetes clusters and containerized applications.

  • Integrate security measures into CI/CD pipelines and Dev

Sec

Ops processes.

  • Develop and maintain ATO packages and support compliance with standards including NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and ICD 503.

  • Collaborate with compliance personnel, engineers, architects, and Government counterparts to ensure regulatory compliance. Required Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a minimum of three years of experience in the category field. Two additional years of experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

  • At least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification.

  • 1+ years working in the cloud, securely configuring and deploying AWS services.

  • Demonstrated experience securing Kubernetes platforms and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and containers; must understand microservices architecture and service mesh.

  • Experience with RMF, vulnerability management, and cloud compliance/security best practices. Preferred Qualifications

  • Multiple IAT/IAM II or III advanced certifications such as CISSP-ISSAP/ISSEP, CISM, CCSP, or SecurityX/CASP+ CE.

  • AWS Solutions Architect or AWS Security Specialty certifications.

  • Kubernetes certifications such as KCNA, CKA, or CKS.

  • Linux administration experience and certifications such as Linux+ or Red Hat certifications including RHCSA or RHCE.

  • Experience with security tools such as Splunk, Nessus, Sonar

Qube, Prisma Cloud, DAST, and SAST tools.

  • Experience applying Zero Trust framework to secure systems.

  • Prior network engineering experience.

  • Experience applying security controls to Generative AI implementations. Required Education and Experience Equivalency Education Years of Experience High School Diploma/GED 5 Associates Degree 5 Bachelors' Degree 3 Masters' Degree 3 PhD 3 Required Certifications

  • At least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification. Required Security Clearance

  • Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph. Pay & Benefit Highlights Compensation

  • Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity).

  • Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral.

  • Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent). Health

  • 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents.

  • Choose from multiple plan options with Care

First, Kaiser, and United

Healthcare, including PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans.

  • 100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents.

  • 100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents. Income Protection

  • 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability.

  • 100% company-paid premiums for long-term disability.

  • 100% company-paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D).

  • 100% company-paid premiums for life insurance up to $200,000. Retirement

  • 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus a 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total).

  • 401(k) pre-tax and Roth options. Leave

  • Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO).

  • 11 paid floating holidays. Work-Life Balance

  • Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent).

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