Cloud/Network Security SME with Security Clearance

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Job description

Company Overview XPECT Solutions, Inc. has built a strong reputation by supporting our clients in meeting their strategic goals and mission objectives. We provide high quality resources for a wide range of IT and security solutions at best-value pricing. Our success is built on a solid foundation of well-vetted, highly technical personnel, a disciplined project management approach, and an overarching commitment to customer service. We develop, test, deploy, and support exceptional solutions that enhance system functionality, while maximizing reliability and availability, and ensure the tightest security. Job Overview XPECT Solutions, Inc. is looking for a Cloud Network Security Engineer on an effort supporting our Federal Government Client in Quantico, VA. The ideal candidate will provide technical engineering support for our large federal government agency's highly complex network infrastructure environment to include multiple enclaves comprising various classification levels.
The Cloud Network Security Engineer will work in the Network Section (NS) Front office to deliver security advisory support and expertise for multiple cloud environments (AWS, Azure). Provide over site for the NS Cyber Security Team providing quality assurance of ATO packages, and best-practice support for meeting the FBI requirements for security controls. The role will work cross-functionally with members of the NS team(s), and other departments on a variety of topics including network infrastructure, cloud operations, security compliance, ATO and controls audit and validation, and providing expert recommendations and knowledge sharing on technical and process related subjects as needed. Core Responsibilities
Planning, engineering, and monitoring the security arrangements for the protection of the network systems including cloud, and related tools
Identifying, monitoring, and defining the requirements of the overall security of the system.
Creating different ways to solve the existing threats and security issues.
Testing and checking the system for weaknesses in software and hardware.
Investigating intrusion and hacking incidents, collecting incident responses, and carrying out forensic investigations.
Determining latest technologies and processes that improve the overall security of the system.
Using industry-standard analysis criteria to test the security level of the firm.
Developing tracking documents to note system vulnerabilities.
Reporting the security analysis and monitoring findings.
Supervising the configuration and installation of new software and hardware.
Implementing regulatory systems in accordance with IT security.
Ensuring the cloud network is responsive to user demands
Scaling cloud services to serve growing businesses
Troubleshooting issues which arise
Liaising with business owners and/or stakeholders to determine growth plans
Monitoring usage of cloud network
Implementing effective security strategies on cloud networks
Assess our current NS systems and look for vulnerabilities and work on solutions.
Researching new technologies, methodologies, policies and procedures and developing analysis of alternatives as directed. Requirements: - Active Top - Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI - Masters or Bachelor's degree in relevant field or 8+ years of experience in lieu of degree - 10+ years of experience architecting, designing, developing, and implementing enterprise cloud solutions including: - 5+ years of experience designing and implementing cloud security solutions - Experience in implementing application migrations to cloud providers - Experience with cloud automation (i.e. Chef, Puppet, Ansible, Lambda) - Experience with Cloud Security Technologies (i.e. Firewalls, NACs, etc) including monitoring and scanning applications. - Understanding and experience with creating and validating evidence for NIST security controls - Experienced in every faucet of the ATO process - Understanding basics of project management principals - Experience with Agile and working in an Agile team - Experience in identifying business needs and their alignment with technology - Experience with Python and/or JavaScript - Experience with AWS & Azure services Preferred Additional Skills and Qualifications: - AWS Associate or Professional level Certifications - SPLUNK experience Benefits
Xpect Solutions, Inc. is a one-of-a-kind employer with a talented team that is cleared at various levels and is certified in dozens of industry-recognized certifications. Our talented staff are the key to our success. They bring the knowledge, experience and technical skills to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We support our team by providing open communication, win-win partnerships with clients and vendors, a team-oriented culture that supports employee diversity, and a focus on professional development and growth for a long-lasting and happy career. We offer a benefits package that is designed to keep our most important assets - our employees - healthy, happy, energized and moving forward. Our philosophy is simple - empower our employees with the benefits, resources and the financial incentives they need to be successful. Benefits and Perks: - A Company Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision plan - Retirement Savings Plan - Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance - 3 weeks of annual PTO - 11 days of Holiday PTO - Performance Awards - Referral Bonus Plan (of up to $5,000/year) - Education Reimbursement/Training (of up to $2,500/year) Xpect Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, who participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, or any other classification as required by applicable law. EOE/M/F/D/V

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