Job Details

Cybersecurity SME (TS/SCI w/ FS Poly Req.)

Herndon, VA - Full Time

NOTE: A TS/SCI with FULL SCOPE POLYGRAPH IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE

Who we are...

August Schell offers 30 years of experience in providing our customers with innovative solutions and engineering services to their most challenging needs. We thrive on navigating complex IT difficulties and are driven to find the best solutions for our customers. Our team delivers expert knowledge in cybersecurity, big data, endpoint security, and cloud solutions. Our ability to serve our customers with continued excellence reflects our dedicated and exceptional people. At August Schell, we are not only a team; we are family.

What we are looking for

Are you a skilled Cloud Security Engineer seeking an exciting opportunity to contribute to a complex, high-profile government program? Join our team and be part of cutting-edge technology solutions that drive cyber engineering and integration services, supporting a top-tier US Intelligence Agency. We are seeking an experienced individual to fill the role of Cloud Security Engineer, with expertise in cloud computing services, security controls, and data analytics infrastructure.

What you will do...

• Implement and maintain security controls for cloud computing services such as AWS/C2S, Microsoft Azure, Nutanix, and VMware.
• Architect, design, and engineer cyber solutions focusing on security, authentication, identity management, authorization, and access control.
• Contribute to the engineering of a large Splunk Data Lake, supporting software design, development, and testing activities.
• Collaborate with technical representatives across divisions to build relationships and ensure effective communication on cybersecurity matters.
• Provide expertise in cloud security by achieving and maintaining AWS Certified Security Specialty (preferred).
• Contribute to SecDevOps methodologies, ensuring adherence to STIG compliance and vulnerability management.
• Utilize security tools including Nessus, Splunk, WebInspect, and Xacta.
• Engage in PKI implementation and manage virtualization experiences, including VDI and VMware.
• Work with public, private, and hybrid cloud environments such as AWS and Microsoft Azure.

What you will bring

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Over 5 years of experience in engineering data analytics solutions, focusing on Splunk data lake infrastructure and enterprise IT situational awareness.
• Proficiency in cloud computing services such as AWS/C2S, Microsoft Azure, Nutanix, and VMware.
• Strong knowledge of cloud security controls and their implementation.
• AWS Certified Security Specialty certification preferred.
• Familiarity with cyber system engineering software products like SQL security, TANIUM Endpoint Management, PowerShell, McAfee, App Blocker, and Splunk ITSI.
• Experience with software development tools including Linux, Python, C, Bash, Perl, SQL, Splunk Phantom, UBA, and UIPath.
• Experience with Agile and SecDevOps methodologies, including on-site customer engagement.

All are welcome

August Schell is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We value diversity, inclusion, and recognize that our employees' unique differences, perspectives, and ideas are the backbone of our success. We welcome all persons and the talent they bring, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.