Cloud Cyber Security Engineer, SME

Cloud Cyber Security Engineer SME

Location: Hill Air Force Base (Ogden, UT)
Work Type: 100% Onsite
Start Date: March 2026

Conversion Salary Range: $160,000 - $190,000 (negotiable and based on background/experience

Hourly Rate: $70/hr-$80/hr
Employment Type: Contract to Hire
Clearance: Secret and IAT II Certified


Position Overview

Our client, a federal systems integrator supporting Department of Defense (DoD) missions, is seeking a Cloud Cyber Security Engineer SME to support a high-visibility program at Hill AFB. This role focuses on securing cloud environments in alignment with DoD security requirements, including Secure Cloud Computing Architecture (SCCA) and Trusted Cloud Credential Management (TCCM).

The ideal candidate brings hands-on cloud security experience across one or more major Cloud Service Providers (OCI, Azure, or AWS) and has a strong background in compliance-driven environments. You will play a critical role in maintaining the security posture of mission systems, supporting cloud onboarding and migrations, and ensuring continuous monitoring and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage Secure Cloud Computing Architecture (SCCA) controls, including Virtual Data Center Security Stack (VDSS) and Boundary Cloud Access Point (BCAP).

• Ensure cloud environments comply with DoD security frameworks, including NIST, STIGs, and FedRAMP+.

• Manage and enforce Trusted Cloud Credential Management (TCCM) practices for secure identity and credential access.

• Configure and maintain cloud security monitoring, alerting, and logging using tools such as SolarWinds, ELK, and native CSP security services.

• Support secure cloud onboarding and migration activities.

• Collaborate with engineering and security teams to implement Zero Trust principles within cloud environments.

• Assist with ATO documentation , including inherited control mapping and eMASS contributions.

• Provide cloud security guidance and mentor junior team members.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field
  (Equivalent professional experience will be considered)

Certifications

• Secret Clearance and IAT Level II Certified - CompTIA Security+ or etc. (Required)

• DoD-approved cloud security certifications preferred
  (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer)

Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on cloud security experience

• Practical experience securing environments in OCI, Azure, or AWS

• Strong background in IAM, logging, monitoring, and cloud security controls

• Experience with vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance activities