Cloud Security Specialist

About the position ERT is seeking a Cloud Security Specialist to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Duties include executing cloud security solutions across lifecycle strategy, design, implementation and operations, providing domain expertise in both public and private cloud and enterprise technology, developing and managing Information Systems security, including data protection and software development, and analyzing information security systems and applications to recommend and develop security measures to protect information against unauthorized modification or loss. Responsibilities • Execute cloud security solutions across lifecycle strategy, design, implementation and operations • Provide domain expertise in both public and private cloud and enterprise technology • Develop and manage Information Systems security, including data protection and software development • Analyze information security systems and applications and recommend and develop security measures to protect information against unauthorized modification or loss Requirements • 7+ years of relevant experience • Experience in designing, implementing, and delivering security for cloud native, distributed computing and architectural solutions • Experience with NIST security controls and implementation in federal systems, familiarity with CSAM, NOAA security processes • Experience working with AWS security, identity, and compliance services (IAM, Resource Access Manager, Key Management Service, Security Hub, SSO, and other) • Experience working with AWS management and governance products (AWS Organizations, CloudWatch, Service Catalog, Control Tower and other) • Must be a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident and able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to access applicable government facilities/systems Nice-to-haves • MS in Computer Science or related discipline preferred Benefits • Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance • 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching • 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Basic Life & Supplemental Life • Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability • Employee assistance program (EAP) • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities • Skills Development & Certifications • Professional Membership Reimbursement • Employee Referral Program • Competitive compensation plan • Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance • Publication and Conference Presentation Awards with bonuses