Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS)

Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as a cloud security and accreditation subject matter expert, providing advanced technical expertise in applying the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards and guidance as defined in NIST SP 800-37 and NIST SP 800-53.
• Leads and supports Certification and Accreditation (C&A) activities for complex DoD and federal information systems, ensuring compliance with DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG), FedRAMP, and applicable security frameworks.
• Develops, evaluates, and documents cloud security policies, procedures, and controls across public, private, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments.
• Identifies, manages, and mitigates cloud computing security risks, implementing industry "best practices" across all deployment and service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Performs Cybersecurity Control Assessments and conducts C&A reviews for large and complex enterprise systems.
• Advises stakeholders and system owners on cloud risk management strategies, secure design principles, and compliance with DoD and federal cybersecurity requirements.
• Supports continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and audit readiness efforts within cloud-hosted environments.
• Provides expert guidance on secure modern computing paradigms, including hybrid, cloud-native microservices, edge computing, and Internet of Things (IoT) implementations.
• Contributes to the development of cloud architectures, security baselines, and authorization packages (A&A) using RMF and FedRAMP methodologies.
• Ensures cloud environments meet DoD Zero Trust architecture principles, supporting enterprise-level cybersecurity initiatives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Five (5) years of relevant Certification & Accreditation (C&A) experience.
• Demonstrated experience with RMF, NIST SP 800-37, and NIST SP 800-53 security frameworks.
• Proven DoD Cybersecurity experience with application of C&A standards to large-scale systems.
• Experience conducting security control assessments and C&A reviews for enterprise systems.
• Experience with hybrid computing, edge computing, and cloud-native architectures.
• Proficiency in FedRAMP assessment methodologies across six (6) key domains:
  • Architectural Concepts & Design Requirements
• Cloud Data Security
• Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security
• Cloud Application Security
• Operations
• Legal & Compliance

Desired Experience and Skills

• Five (5) years of hands-on experience supporting DoD Commercial Cloud Hosting (CCH) environments.
• In-depth knowledge of DoD security requirements for Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Experience with multiple commercial cloud providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure) and their security frameworks.
• Deep understanding of DoD cybersecurity compliance, including DISA STIGs, IAVAs, and DoD Cloud Computing SRG.
• Expertise in implementing and assessing Zero Trust security models within cloud and hybrid environments.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks while preparing and supporting successful security audits.
• Skilled in producing comprehensive cybersecurity audit reports, risk assessments, and authorization documentation.
• Strong understanding of cloud deployment models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and cloud service architecture.
• Proficiency in cloud governance, identity management, and encryption methodologies.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership and collaboration abilities in cross-functional cybersecurity and infrastructure teams.

Certifications

• (ISC)² Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) - Required
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II Baseline Certification:
• COMPTIA Security+ CE
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • COMPTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
  • Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Global Industriel Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
• One of the Following Google Cloud Platform certifications:
  • Google Associate Cloud Engineer
  • Google Professional Cloud Architect
• One of the following AWS certifications:
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • AWS Certified Security - Specialty
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
  • AWS Certified SysOps Administrator
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Cloud Operations

Clearance

• Secret - IT-I (Tier 5/SSBI) Critical Sensitive Clearance

Overview

We are seeking a Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS) to join our team supporting Cloud and Infrastructure Services at Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).

T ekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Remote
• Type of environment: Remote
• Noise level: Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday - Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Secret Clearance

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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