Systems Engineer with Security Clearance
BOAB Ventures · Herndon, VA · 1 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
Duties & Responsibilities
- Support security assessment, compliance, and continuous monitoring across multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI)
- Evaluate cloud systems for vulnerabilities, security gaps, and compliance with federal and industry security standards
- Perform vulnerability and scan analysis using tools such as Rapid7, Nessus, and Qualys, and recommend remediation actions
- Support cloud Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) activities, including review of security documentation and control evidence
- Manage and track security risks, including POA&Ms and remediation timelines
- Collaborate with cloud providers and internal teams to assess system architecture and security posture
- Participate in Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) to review cloud designs and security implementations
- Support security control assessments and system security engineering activities
- Maintain compliance dashboards, metrics, and reporting on system security posture and risk status
- Prepare technical reports, risk summaries, and leadership briefings
- Support coordination of security tasks, milestones, and cross-team initiatives
Required Skills
- Experience working in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or Oracle Cloud)
- Experience performing security or vulnerability assessments in cloud or enterprise systems
- Familiarity with security scanning tools (e.g., Rapid7, Nessus, Qualys)
- Experience tracking and managing security risks and remediation items (POA&Ms or equivalent)
- Understanding of cloud security frameworks and controls (e.g., NIST RMF, NIST 800-53)
- Experience supporting system security or cloud architecture reviews
- Strong communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder coordination
Desired Skills
- Experience supporting federal or highly regulated cloud environments
- Familiarity with Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) or similar security approval processes
- Experience working with cross-functional engineering and security teams
- Exposure to compliance reporting, dashboards, or security metrics
- Experience supporting security engineering or DevSecOps activities
- Experience using security or governance tools (e.g., Xacta 360, RSA Archer, RiskVision)
Additional Details
What we offer:
- Flexible time off
- Full medical coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Referral bonuses
- Performance bonuses
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Tuition and training reimbursement