Cloud Computing Specialist

Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS):

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Job Summary:

B&A is looking for an Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS) to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Computing Specialist – Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support cybersecurity and cloud infrastructure initiatives within a Department of Defense (DoD) environment. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and NIST standards, particularly SP and SP This role requires hands-on experience with cloud security across various deployment models and platforms, including Google Cloud Platform (GCP), AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a subject matter expert in cloud computing security, C&A, and RMF.
• Apply NIST SP and SP standards to assess and manage cybersecurity risks.
• Conduct security control assessments and C&A reviews for complex information systems.
• Implement and advocate for cloud security best practices across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS models.
• Support FedRAMP assessments across six domain areas: architecture, data security, platform security, application security, operations, and compliance.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity documentation and audit reports.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of DoD Zero Trust strategies.

Education and Experience:

• 5+ years of C&A and RMF experience in DoD environments.
• Experience with hybrid, edge computing, and cloud-native microservices.
• Familiarity with IoT protocols and modern networking standards.
• Experience with FedRAMP security and privacy control assessments.
• Hands-on experience with DoD Commercial Cloud Hosting solutions.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in cloud architecture and security across GCP, AWS, Azure, and OCI.
• Strong understanding of DISA STIGs, IAVAs, and DoD CC SRG.
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices.
• Knowledge of cloud automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools and SIEM platforms.
• Ability to conduct threat modeling and security risk assessments.

Certifications (Required):

• ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• One of the following Google Cloud certifications:
• Google Associate Cloud Engineer
• Google Professional Cloud Architect
• One or more of the following:
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional
• AWS Certified SysOps Administrator
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Cloud Operations

Desired Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of DoD security requirements for GCP and other cloud platforms.
• Experience with Zero Trust principles and implementation strategies.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills for audits and compliance.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cloud security initiatives.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.
• Experience with enterprise-level cloud migration and modernization projects.

Security Clearance

• Active Secret clearance

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