Job Title: Cloud Security Engineer

Company Name: Excentium

Job Url: https://excentium.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a286guqw9e71

Job 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.