Senior Cloud Engineer

Overview

Abile Group has an exciting and challenging opportunity for aSenior Cloud Engineer on a long term contract providing Cyber Security services supporting an Intelligence Community customer. All the personnel on the team will work together to provide security services and capabilities necessary to ensure IT services provided to the IC customer workforce are secure. This includes Identity and Access Control Infrastructure Operations, Cross Domain Infrastructure Operations, Cyber Security Infrastructure Operations, Cyber Security Operations, Information Technology (IT) Audit Infrastructure, and Security Infrastructure Operations.

• Supports AWS, Azure, Oracle, and GCP cloud services and infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or ARM templates.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues related to specific cloud environments while implementing cloud security best practices.
• Leverages Azure data services, including Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Sentinel, to ensure security posture and compliance.
• Writes and maintains automation scripts in Power Shell, Python, or Azure CLI and executes them using Logic Apps and Azure Functions.
• Configures network security groups (NSGs), application gateways, and other network controls to protect cloud resources.
• Manages cloud compute, storage, networking, and database services while applying security compliance standards across the organization.
• Works with all stakeholders to ensure complete and functioning systems that meet all requirements.

This position is 100% onsite in Chantilly, VA.

• Clearance Requirements: Must possess an active TS/SCI w/ a CI polygraph.
• Degree and years of experience: Bachelor’s degree, or 4+ additional years of cybersecurity experience in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering and/or development.

• DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security) or the ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire.

• Experience designing and deploying cloud-based solutions using Dev Ops tools such as Azure Dev Ops, Jenkins, Git Lab, or Docker.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like ARM templates, Terraform, Ansible, or BICEP.
• Familiarity with cloud template technologies including Git Hub Enterprise and architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman.
• Experience automating workflows using scripting tools such as Power Shell, Bash, Python, YAML, or JSON.
• Experience meeting security requirements in the Sponsor's environment or similar complex environments.

• Familiarity with container technologies such as Kubernetes and experience with Google Cloud Platform.
• Understanding of Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS)-199, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-53A, NIST SP 800-37, and DoD Cloud Security Requirements Guide.
• Microsoft certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

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