This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS) SME in Virginia (USA).
As a Cloud Computing Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security, compliance, and operational efficiency of advanced cloud environments. You will assess and manage cybersecurity risks, perform certification and accreditation reviews, and implement cloud security best practices across hybrid, edge, and cloud-native microservices systems. The role involves working with federal security standards, such as RMF, NIST, and FedRAMP, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to maintain highly secure and resilient cloud infrastructures. You will contribute to strategic planning, provide expert guidance on cloud deployments, and support audits and compliance activities. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment, where technical expertise and proactive problem-solving are highly valued.
Accountabilities:
- Conduct Risk Management Framework (RMF) and FedRAMP assessments, audits, and Certification & Accreditation (C&A) reviews for cloud-based and enterprise information systems.
- Identify, analyze, and mitigate cybersecurity risks following DoD and federal security protocols and directives.
- Implement and maintain cloud security controls and privacy practices across hybrid, edge, and cloud-native infrastructures.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including audit reports and security assessment artifacts.
- Collaborate with multi-functional teams to integrate security best practices into architecture, operations, and deployment pipelines.
- Support compliance with NIST, DISA STIG/IAVAs, DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide, and Zero Trust initiatives.
- Provide guidance and mentorship on cloud security principles, configurations, and mitigation strategies.
Requirements
- Active Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance.
- Current ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional IA Level II Baseline Certification.
- Additional cloud certifications required (Google Cloud Engineer/Architect, AWS, Azure, or Oracle Cloud credentials).
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with DoD commercial cloud hosting solutions and multi-cloud environments (GCP, AWS, Azure, OCI).
- Strong expertise in cloud security principles, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
- Proficiency in assessing, documenting, and remediating cybersecurity risks for enterprise cloud systems.
- Experience with cloud deployment solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and associated security controls.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and technical documentation skills.
Benefits
- 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance; subsidized premiums for dependents.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) plan with up to 10% employer match.
- Comprehensive training and professional development programs.
- 15 days of paid time off (PTO) annually plus 11 paid holidays.
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative, knowledge-driven environment with career advancement potential.
Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.
The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.
Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.
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