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Senior Cloud Security Engineer
Cherokee Federal
Remote, USA
Full-time
Senior · 8+ years experience
Remote
Discovered 1 weeks ago
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Role Overview
Cherokee Federal is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to support cloud security operations for the U.S.
National Science Foundation.
This role identifies and mitigates vulnerabilities in cloud environments, monitors for security breaches, responds to incidents, and assesses cloud infrastructure.
The engineer will use cloud security expertise and critical thinking to strengthen security controls, protocols, and risk management practices.
Key Skills for This Role
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Basic Qualifications:
- At least eight years of cybersecurity experience, including at least three years focused on cloud security and vulnerability management.
- In-depth knowledge of cloud infrastructure, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and cloud security tools, such as AWS GuardDuty or Prisma Cloud Compute.
- Experience in security incident response, risk management, and vulnerability mitigation in cloud environments.
- Strong analytical skills, including the ability to conduct gap analyses and develop actionable plans to address security weaknesses.
- This position requires an active Public Trust clearance.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
- Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Relevant certification, such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, or CISSP.
- Experience with cloud-native security tools and security information and event management (SIEM) solutions for cloud environments.
- Knowledge of risk management frameworks and compliance standards, such as NIST and ISO 27001.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work across teams and explain technical concepts to nontechnical stakeholders.
- Work Environment:
- This is a remote position.
- Company Information:
- Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Criterion Systems, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.
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- Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
- Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
- Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
- For applicants located in Colorado, New York, California, Washington, Illinois, Hawaii, Massachusetts, or other states with pay transparency requirements: the estimated annual salary range for this position is $160,000 – $165,000. Actual compensation varies based on qualifications, experience, and location.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
- Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.
- Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.
- Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
About Cherokee Federal
Construction5000 employeesFounded 2008
Federal contracting and mission-ready solutions provider.
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