Identity & Cloud Engineer – Multi-Cloud Expertise

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland.

📋 Description

• Create and implement robust security architectures for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices for cloud implementations.

• Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Monitor and respond to security incidents and alerts within cloud ecosystems.

• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to pinpoint vulnerabilities and risks.

• Deploy and manage security tools and technologies to enhance cloud security measures.

• Design and manage IAM policies and roles to guarantee secure access to cloud resources.

• Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) and other access controls to safeguard sensitive information.

• Conduct periodic reviews of IAM policies and access permissions.

• Implement encryption and data protection mechanisms to secure data both in transit and at rest.

• Develop and maintain data loss prevention (DLP) strategies tailored for cloud environments.

• Ensure reliable backup and recovery processes for critical data.

• Integrate security practices into the DevOps pipeline to promote secure development and deployment.

• Develop and implement automation scripts and tools to optimize security operations.

• Collaborate with development and operations teams to foster a culture of security.

• Gather and analyze threat intelligence to remain informed about emerging threats and attack methodologies.

• Develop and maintain incident response plans and playbooks for cloud environments.

• Conduct post-incident reviews to identify lessons learned and facilitate improvements.

⛳️ Requirements

• US Citizenship is required, due to the nature of client engagement.

• Bachelor's degree AND a minimum of eight (8+) years of work experience in cybersecurity, specifically focused on cloud security; or a Master's degree AND a minimum of six (6+) years of relevant work experience in cybersecurity, with an emphasis on cloud security.

• Strong understanding of cloud security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., CSA, NIST).

• Proficient in using cloud security tools and technologies (e.g., AWS Security Hub, Azure Security Center, Google Cloud Security Command Center).

• Excellent problem-solving abilities with the capability to think from an attacker's perspective.

• Strong communication and presentation skills, able to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Willingness to travel as necessary.

• Must currently reside in the contiguous United States.

• Availability to work in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location as needed.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, and ID theft protection, etc.)