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Cloud Security Engineer

  2026-03-10     Excentium     all cities,AK  
Description:

We have an opportunity for a Cloud Security Engineer supporting one of our Federal customers in Washington D.C.

MINIMUM CLEARANCE LEVEL: Public Trust + Suitability

CITIZENSHIP: US Citizenship

LOCATION: REMOTE - Primarily telework; occasional on-site as needed

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Description:

  • Implement and maintain cloud security controls for BOP cloud environments
  • Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps practices)
  • Configure and manage cloud security monitoring and logging
  • Perform security assessments of cloud infrastructure and applications
  • Remediate cloud security findings and vulnerabilities
  • Develop automation scripts for security configuration and compliance checking
  • Support container security implementation (image scanning, runtime protection)
  • Maintain cloud security documentation and standard operating procedures
Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Qualifications:
  • Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP security services
  • Proficiency in DevSecOps tools and practices (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions)
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code security (Terraform, CloudFormation)
  • Knowledge of container security (Docker, Kubernetes, image scanning)
  • Familiarity with SAST/DAST tools and secure coding practices
  • Scripting/automation skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
  • Experience with cloud security posture management (CSPM) tools
  • Understanding of zero trust architecture principles


Certification Requirement

Multiple certifications required - Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP) AND Security (Security+, CCSP, CEH, or equivalent)

About Excentium

Excentium is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing cybersecurity and IT services to federal agencies. We hold FedRAMP 3PAO accreditation, CMMC Level 2 certification, and maintain facility clearances supporting our mission-critical work across government.

We take pride in building a workforce with strong Veterans focus.

Excentium offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life, disability, 401k, and paid time off.

Excentium, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.


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