Senior Cybersecurity Engineer (100% Remote Opportunity)

Company Overview:

Work Where it Matters

Cloud Lake Technology, an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Cloud Lake, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Cloud Lake provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Cloud Lake delivers highly specialized, data-centric services and technology solutions that break down organizational boundaries and transform mission delivery.

As a Cloud Lake employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Description:

Cloud Lake Technology is looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to drive security related tasks in support of a state government contract that provides comprehensive support to build a dividend application information system to include application development, automation, AI, data management, security, and cloud architecture related tasks. As a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the new application environment is secured and adheres to NIST standards. The ideal candidate for this role must have the ability to multitask and engage on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to varied requirements across projects.

This Remote position requires that you reside in the United States and work on Eastern Standard Time (EST) schedule with the team.

Responsibilities:

• As a senior member of the cybersecurity team, lead cybersecurity related tasks to include planning, coordination, and weekly reporting.
• Provide input to the System Security Plans (SSPs) to include defining the system boundary; specifying network, application, cloud, and infrastructure elements, roles and responsibilities, and initial interconnections.
• Develop the NIST CSF 2.0 Framework and cybersecurity Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), provide governance criteria, and create an organizational profile to support a Tier 3 implementation.
• Design and implement secure network solutions designed to defend against hackers, cyberattacks, and other persistent threats.
• Continually test and monitor network solutions, making sure that all the system's defenses are up to date and working correctly.
• Coordinate with the Solutions Architect and DevOps team to implement cloud-native security controls in application environments to minimize impacts to project delivery
• Test and evaluate security products and solutions.
• Provide cybersecurity oversight across all environments under testing, with a focus on validating results and addressing outstanding security items.
• Conduct application and infrastructure penetration tests to help strengthen the security of application and network assets in both staging and production environments.
• Conduct security assessments to identify vulnerabilities in existing systems.
• Implement a Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solution
• Monitor network activity for signs of unauthorized access or malicious activity.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in IT enterprise cybersecurity, preferably in the State or Federal government environment
• Strong knowledge of and experience implementing the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 or similar frameworks.
• Certifications in cybersecurity such as Certified Information Security System Professional (CISSP), CompTIA Security+, and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) are a plus.
• Experience working on state government projects is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Linux technologies and networking fundamentals.
• Proficiency in microservices architecture and cloud platforms (preferably Azure).
• Must be able to work standard Eastern Time Zone hours and be in the continental US
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multi-task and be creative and innovative in a dynamic, fast paced matrix team environment.
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken) and presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including a superior ability to work effectively at the highest levels within a State or Federal government environment on complex issues requiring consensus-building.
• Demonstrated ability in developing effective professional and interpersonal relationships with peers and colleagues across multiple functional groups and external partners.
• Ability to balance responsibilities among assigned activities; including the ability to manage transitions effectively from task to task, and proven adaptability to varying customer needs.

Pay Range: $145,000-$159,000 Benefits: Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees. Job ID: 2024-14105 Work Type: Remote