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Public Trust
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IT - Hardware
Remote/Hybrid• (Off-Site/Hybrid)
Senior Cloud Security Engineer
ZPS is looking to select a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to play a critical role in the management, enhancement, and security of our Department of Treasury TCloud environments. Your deep knowledge in system administration, security administration, and scripting, combined with your proficiency in cloud platforms and security practices, will be essential in maintaining
our system integrity and resilience against cyber threats.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Desired:
ZPS is looking to select a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to play a critical role in the management, enhancement, and security of our Department of Treasury TCloud environments. Your deep knowledge in system administration, security administration, and scripting, combined with your proficiency in cloud platforms and security practices, will be essential in maintaining
our system integrity and resilience against cyber threats.
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage secure cloud architectures on platforms such as AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform.
- Utilize extensive system administration experience to ensure seamless operations and high availability of cloud services.
- Apply security administration expertise to manage identity and access management (IAM), implement network security policies, and monitor compliance with security frameworks.
- Leverage scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) to automate tasks, enhance system efficiencies, and orchestrate complex workflows.
- Employ best practices in cloud security to harden cloud environments against vulnerabilities, ensuring data protection and threat mitigation.
- Conduct proactive troubleshooting and incident response to resolve complex issues with minimal downtime.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance security initiatives, streamline operations, and achieve business objectives.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to the development of internal training programs.
Requirements:
- Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field and 8+ years of relevant industry experience.
- Strong foundation in system and security administration, including experience with both Linux and Windows environments.
- Demonstrable expertise in scripting and automation with languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Profound knowledge of cloud services, architecture, and hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Proven background in security best practices, policies, and regulatory compliance (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA).
- Experience in system and application hardening, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to manage complex cross-platform integrations.
Desired:
- Active Treasury clearance preferred
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Security Engineer, or equivalent are strongly preferred.
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