Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineer
Location: Remote | Clearance: Public Trust or higher
Job Type: Full-Time | Company: EastBay Systems
Job ID: 486

EastBay Systems is a trusted government IT and cybersecurity consulting firm with over 15 years of experience supporting federal agencies. We provide cybersecurity program support, secure software development, enterprise application support, and cloud security for mission-critical environments. Our projects ensure national security, data protection, and compliance for agencies at every level.

Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Cloud Security Engineer to join our growing cybersecurity team supporting federal clients. The ideal candidate will have strong cloud security architecture knowledge, hands-on experience with major cloud platforms, and the ability to implement best practices across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain secure cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, or other government cloud environments
Monitor and manage cloud security posture using tools like CSPM and CWPP solutions
Configure and assess cloud IAM (Identity and Access Management), security groups, encryption policies, and logging
Respond to and investigate cloud security incidents, perform root cause analysis, and recommend remediation actions
Collaborate with DevSecOps and infrastructure teams to ensure security controls are integrated throughout CI/CD pipelines
Stay current on evolving cloud security threats, compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST 800-53), and agency-specific requirements
Document policies, procedures, and configurations to support audits and ATO processes
Support vulnerability and risk assessments of cloud-based systems

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field from a U.S.-accredited institution
5+ years of experience specifically in cloud security
Relevant certifications such as:
CISSP, CISM, CEH
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
AWS Security Specialty or Azure Security Engineer
Experience with cloud-native security tools and platforms
Familiarity with CSPM (Cloud Security Posture Management), CWPP (Cloud Workload Protection), and CIEM (Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management)
Strong verbal, written, and collaboration skills
Experience supporting federal cybersecurity missions preferred

Benefits
Competitive salary
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid time off and federal holidays
Hybrid work flexibility

How to Apply
Apply now on Indeed or email your resume and certifications to: jobs@eastbaysystems.com