Jr. Cloud Security Engineer (R-00134)

Qualification Requirements

• Assist in deploying and configuring virtual machines, storage (S3/Blob), and networking components (VPCs, subnets)
• Foundational understanding of at least one major cloud provider.
• Track system performance metrics using tools like AWS CloudWatch or Azure Monitor, ensuring high availability.
• Identify, document, and resolve minor technical issues or infrastructure errors.
• Write and maintain basic scripts using Python, PowerShell, or Bash to automate routine tasks.
• Apply security best practices, such as managing user access, firewalls, and security groups.
• Work with developers and DevOps teams to support application deployment and CI/CD pipelines.
• Basic grasp of TCP/IP, DNS, load balancers, firewalls, and comfort working with Linux or Windows operating systems.
• Update technical documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Provide first-level support for cloud system issues, monitor network and application logs, and help resolve downtime.
• Write and maintain basic automation scripts using languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Learn and apply tools like Terraform or Ansible to manage repeatable infrastructure deployments.

Position Requirements

BA or BS degree, or at least 2-4 years of experience in related field

Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with ability to influence and collaborate with leadership, peers, and team members

Approved to work in the United States

Ability to work well in a team environment

Some hands-on experience with cloud architecture/engineering, services, migration, and security to include FedRAMP IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings

Experience with Cloud-based Computer Network Defense (CND)

Experience with cloud automation and scripting (Auto-scale, Azure Resource management, Scripting, PowerShell)