Vulnerability Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Vulnerability Engineer with Security Clearance
Vulnerability Engineer

Location:

Langley AFB - Hampton, VA or Hanscom AFB - Lexington, MA
Work Type:
Onsite
Remote Work:
No

Job Description Are you looking for an opportunity to share your experience in cloud security to safeguard our nation? As a General Cloud Security Engineer, you will lead the technical implementation of security solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and security automation frameworks. We need your experience to lead the development and implementation of security solutions. In this role, you'll design and implement robust security architectures across multi-domain cloud environments with emphasis on automated security controls, infrastructure hardening, and zero-trust principles.

You will architect and deploy advanced security monitoring solutions, including SIEM integration, threat detection systems, and automated incident response capabilities across AWS environments. You will implement automated security testing and validation within CI/CD pipelines while maintaining compliance with DoD security requirements. In this role, you’ll closely impact the Air Force mission by implementing automated security solutions, developing secure architecture patterns, and building robust security monitoring and response capabilities while maintaining compliance with DoD and Air Force requirements.

With mentoring, challenging hands-on problem-solving, and opportunities to learn new tools and skills, we focus on growing as a team to make the best solutions for our customers. Responsibilities Design and implement secure cloud architecture patterns using AWS native security services, including Guard Duty, Security Hub, WAF, and Shield. Develop automated security deployment pipelines using tools like Cloud Formation, Terraform, and AWS CDK.

Implement comprehensive logging and monitoring solutions using Cloud Watch, Cloud Trail, and third-party SIEM platforms. Create automated security scanning and remediation workflows using Python, Bash, and Power Shell. Design and implement network segmentation using AWS Transit Gateway, Security Groups, and NACLs. Deploy and manage PKI infrastructure and secrets management solutions, including AWS KMS and Secrets Manager. Implement container security solutions for ECS and EKS environments using tools, including Aqua and Twistlock.

Develop automated compliance validation tools using AWS Config, Security Hub, and custom Lambda functions. Qualifications 5+ years of experience with AWS security services and architecture patterns

Experience with programming in Python and Bash for security automation

Experience with IaC tools, including Terraform, Cloud Formation, or CDK

Experience with automated security testing tools, including SAST, DAST, or IAST Knowledge of network security concepts, protocols, and implementation Secret clearance HS diploma or GED Ability to obtain a DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification within 30 days of hire date Additional Qualifications

Experience with AWS Security hub

Experience with AWS native security services configuration and automation

Experience with automated vulnerability management systems and developing custom security tools and automation frameworks Experience securing CI/CD pipelines and implementing Dev Sec Ops  practices

Experience with container security and Kubernetes security configurations

Experience with security event monitoring, SIEM implementation, and custom rule development Experience implementing secure cross-account access patterns

Experience with advanced incident response automation implementation Knowledge of cryptography, PKI, and key management systems AWS Security Specialty, CISSP, CCSP, or similar Certification Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information;
Secret clearance is required. Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $120,000 - $200,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.) Benefits:
Gridiron offers a…