Cloud Security Engineer

GDIT is hiring a Cloud Security Engineer to provide technical leadership in cloud security architecture, monitoring, and incident response for multi-CSP environments supporting the Veteran Affairs (VA). This position is primarily remote, but the employee must live within 60 miles of either the Washington, DC or Falls Church, Virginia office. Travel to Veteran Affairs facilities nationwide is required 4 times per year. This position is contingent upon contract award, expected to start in November 2026.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain cloud security architectures across AWS, Azure, and other CSPs
• Integrate cloud environments with SOC, SIEM, CDM, and vulnerability tools
• Support security authorization through documentation and evidence creation
• Develop policy as code controls and automated remediation workflows
• Manage encryption, key management, and data protection controls
• Support vulnerability management and incident forensics
• Drive incident response coordination with VA CSOC, US-CERT, and federal law enforcement, providing forensics and post-incident analysis within 5 days
• Lead IAM integrations (SAML/OIDC, Entra ID, SailPoint, Okta), RBAC design, MFA enforcement, and quarterly access reviews
• Enforce compliance with FedRAMP High, NIST 800-53, and VA 6500 requirements

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or related field
• 6+ years of cybersecurity experience
• 3+ years supporting FedRAMP High (or equivalent) environments

Qualifications

• Certifications (must have one from each category):
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
  • One CSP-specific cloud security certification (AWS Certified Security Specialty, Microsoft Certified Azure Security Engineer Associate, Microsoft Certified Cybersecurity Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer, etc.)
• Experience with federal SOC operations and cloud incident response
• Understanding of Zero Trust architectures
• Experience with automated compliance scanning and SOAR tooling
• Experience with FedRAMP compliance and ATO maintenance
• Experience with vulnerability management, incident response coordination, and forensic support

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail
• Effective communicator across technical and leadership teams

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Veteran Affairs (VA)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
• 401(k) with company match
• Competitive pay and paid time off
• Full-flex work week to balance work and personal priorities
• 15 days of paid leave per calendar year (prorated based on hire date)
• 10 paid holidays per year (prorated based on hire date)
• Paid Family Leave program (up to 160 hours in a rolling 12-month period)
• Short and long-term disability benefits
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance
• AI-powered career tool for growth opportunities
• Internal mobility team to support career goals
• Award-winning culture of innovation and military-friendly workplace

Pay

The likely salary range for this position is $122,400 - $165,600. Salary will be set based on experience, geographic location, and possibly contractual requirements.

Schedule

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Travel Required: Less than 10%
• Telecommuting Options: Remote